Exhaust Sports Auto I actually have the snow pearl white EX. I don’t have a sun roof or the wireless charging or anything like that though. This comment is going to be a little all over the place, so I’m sorry in advance. I went car shopping with my parents and boyfriend and it was an experience lol. My mom wanted a rear view camera and heated seats, my dad used to be a car salesman so he was looking for how solid a car is and the warranty, and my boyfriend is a car guy and really likes manuals. I really just wanted something that was going to take me from point a to point b, was spacious, and would still feel and be fast because I was used to riding a car pretty rough (I was driving a 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse before the Forte) but I also wanted something that would please everyone, especially because they would also be driving my car. It hit every single point that everyone was looking for. Heated/cooling seats, rear camera and front and rear sensors, side mirror warning and LKA, 10 year/100,000 mile warranty on the power train, and the sport shift really pleased everyone. It’s comfortable, the safety features really put my parents at ease, and the speed and sport shift really pleases my boyfriend. This car really has something for everyone. I was in between the new Toyota Hatchback, a Nissan Sentra, and a Honda Civic, when we decided to hit the Kia dealership for fun and try out an optima. Never even got in the optima when I saw the Forte. The red/black leatherette interior really caught my eye and I couldn’t be more pleased with everything about this car. I got it back in November 2018, and in February 2019, and I’m not much of a car person, but I’m still very in love with it. When you mentioned the black material on the steering wheel, I was nodding so hard! It looks sleek and it’s a nice aesthetic, but it get so dusty and the fingerprints drive me crazy! I get my car detailed every two weeks now lol.

@@jasminedollente3081 Jasmine thank you so much for stopping by, I read the whole comment and I am thankful to you for taking the time to interact with the community because comments really help out others who are interested in the car so they don't have to just go by whatever I say. I'm so glad the Forte worked out for you it is a good little car and has a lot of promise. I'm glad your boyfriend also likes this CVT trans it won me over as well. I'm also happy to hear you still enjoy your new Forte. Congrats and thank you so much for watching take care!

Exhaust Sports Auto thank you for the review! The video was awesome and highlighted a lot of amazing features of the car and validated my love for it! It was so nice seeing more and more of it.

@@jasminedollente3081 I appreciate your kind words they mean a lot to me!

I think tires brand are pronounced "Guhm Ho" by native Koreans.

Congrats Zach! Yea it’s a great car for sure especially for the money

@@MeynMotorGroup I agree!! However, the main thing I don't like about the car though is for me, I have trouble getting into the 30s with gas mileage. Any tips or things I should change in my driving habits aside from not flooring it?

Hmm do you have the automatic? It should be a piece of cake to be averaging 30mpg in any car of this segment. In automatic cars I delay hiting the brakes, so coasting having your foot off the gas is the best thing and just let the engine brake for you by letting the RPMs drop. But obviously do this in safety depending on circumstances. But yea dude even when I trash these cars I get 30mpg you shouldn’t have to try hard to get that number. Maybe take it to a dealer to get it checked out see if the electronics are reading right?

Also I drove in normal and smart mode those are the best modes, and if you drive in normal a lot, try smart

@@MeynMotorGroup Ahh. I like to use the manual sport mode in the car. I typically average 29mpg in the city and 32hwy. It kinda gets to me sometimes because even when I'm driving economically I feel like I should be getting about 35-37mpg. Though I usually fill up once a week maybe twice depending on how much I drive of course. But I'll take it to the dealership and get it tested. Other than that, I feel like the car is definitely up there with the honda civics and Elantras easily! Thank you for your help and amazing review man!!! Keep it up!

That is awesome Ryan huge congrats on your purchase. Yea it certainly is a fun ride enjoy it!

Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your thoughts it means a lot to me! Glad you’re still enjoying your new Forte, I agree the Kia Hyundai safety features work extremely well and are easy to use.

You need electronics to keep you centered???? Maybe you should seek medical advice? The balance center in your middle ear is perhaps off?

Massive congrats my friend and thanks so much for stopping by sir

Mike thanks so much for your support glad to see you on my channel your kind words mean a lot to me!

@@MeynMotorGroup I look forward to the day you review the latest and greatest rides! While I am still waiting on the Veloster video, learning about the cars you get is equally as entertaining. You DO still have the veloster right?

@@rayk9897 HAHAHAH yup the veloster is still here 😂😂😂😅Really can't be swapping cars anymore lolol

Thanks so much that means a lot to me!

Thanks so much Randy that really means a lot really happy you found value in this video! Yea I recently uploaded some reviews I try to regularly. I’ve reviewed the 2019 Corolla hatch, Mazda 3 hatch, and I will be getting the new Kia Soul to review later this month! I appreciate you stopping by!

Agreed it’s more back to basics, base models will still give some safety features while lowering complexity

Fuel economy on these things is hybrid like super happy that you still like the car I think it's a great purchase. Thanks again for stopping by my friend

I agree! It looks amazing and thank you so much Randy I am humbled by that!

Thanks so much your kind words mean a lot! And I agree I’m a fan of their design as well

Thanks so much that means a lot!

Super humbled you found value with it my friend

His review of this car was honest and polite I like this one better than I did the other reviewer like 2 the redline sofyan and tfl Roman . they just tear down car saying we hate cvt it doesn't have enough power. Well don't review the basic model then damn!! You have the GT 1.6 Tubo 7 speed auto and hyundai elantra that had a 6 speed auto with more power. Geez!!😒😒 but at least this guy kept it plan and simple with no fuss great job in my book.👍

Really appreciate that Wilson, thank you for the kind words glad you guys found value with the review!

Yes cars have come a very long way

Thanks so much Chris that means a lot and congrats on the new car it’s great!

What is the difference between 2020 or 2019 car ?

Thank you so much and I’m glad you appreciated those details yea I just try my best to illustrate the realities of driving a vehicle everyday. I will be getting a corolla to review next week. Thanks again for stopping by

Yes, another gentleman on my channel said the same thing when comparing to another 328i funny enough, this car is impressive

Nice! Yea it’s a great ride

Hey thanks so much that means a lot to me, i def take pride in the vids I put out and they take me a VERY long time to put out, I’m glad you appreciate them

That’s awesome Cody yes this is a great car congrats!

Me too,Cody...I love my LXS😊

Nice 👍

Haha 😂 I remember making this vid good times it was my first press car

Thank you haha I really appreciate that and thanks for watching too

Congratulations my friend Kia And Hyundai make some of my most favorite affordable cars lot of car for the money

Nice big congrats!

Thank you for stopping by sir, yea the Stinger was a cool car but agreed def not missing the payments haha. I appreciate your support and I know you're on your way as well!

Thanks so much for stopping by Matthew congratulations on your new Forte it is a great little car for sure and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts my friend!

Nice! Congrats my friend glad you like it and I appreciate you stopping by to watch

Thank you so much your kind words and appreciation mean a lot to me. And yes the person you are referring to is Chase he got a full time job working for his parents so he can no longer help with these videos or edit and as you can tell this is a time consuming process haha. Thank you for watching

Nice! Huge congrats my friend great cars

Very cool massive congrats my friend yea Forte is a fun little car looks great too enjoy it!

Wow massive congrats my friend great choice how do you like it?

Nice! Good choice that color looks good on the Forte. And yea it's very adequate for the streets and they nailed it with the cvt. thanks for stopping by my friend.

Thank you my friend I really appreciate you stopping by!

How much discount did you get off MSRP?

Massive congrats sir!

Thank you! And yea I mainly try to focus on the drive and there are definitely a ton of features and safety available in certain trims and places but that would have to be a whole different video haha this was already closing in on 30 minutes. It’s a really good car and I’m sure it will prove to be very reliable. Great choice!

Thank you so much Jarod that means a lot to me. Go for it my friend, dealers always offer great incentives so you maybe able to get a fully loaded model for a great price! Keep me updated on your journey and congrats on your future new car. I appreciate you watching

@@MeynMotorGroup I did a lot of searching last night, and found a dealer with the 2019 EX Launch Edition for under $19,000 which seems like an incredible price to me for it brand new with pretty much all the bells and whistles! All the dealers near my area have the same model for at least $3,500 more, so I might have to take a weekend off to get it, but I'm already in talks with them about potentially purchasing! Currently just driving my mom's old car, a 2003 Grand Prix, so the upgrade should be nice!

Oh wow that’s an excellent price yea I would take it just watch out for inflated interest rates or dealer fees that’s my only concern when getting a car at a crazy good price. But overall, that’s what I like about Hyundai Kia they’re prices are excellent because of dealer discounts

Thanks so much and I appreciate you stopping by! Yea I couldn’t believe the 225s either and I agree most cars even in the mid size segment use smaller width tires just crazy. Haha yea I don’t think anyone’s a “fan” of Kumho but I gotta give credit where credit is due, it help up well in all the conditions I put it through so for those who cheapskates when it comes to tires, they have a choice at least.. Some sticky Michelin’s on the GT model would probably make it a hoot, I have a 2019 Veloster R spec with 225 pilot sport 4 tires and it’s a blast with 201 hp. I’m assuming the GT will be much the same. Thanks again for your kind words and input, take care my friend.

Thanks so much for your kind words honestly I would stay away from a stang unless it’s a V8 with. Warranty but Kia will save a ton of money in gas the eco boost won’t contrary to what most people think, turbo engines don’t get good real world fuel economy

lol how the hell did you catch that!?? Took me a while to see what you meant lol

I still don't know what he meant and it's been over a year since this comment was made 😅

@@MeynMotorGroup You were on the phone with someone named "Daddy" at that timestamp lmao

Nice massive congrats on your new purchase! That's a solid pick up and yea especially with the manual, you may want to keep after the lease because they may stop making manuals by then. Hyundai and Kia is making a big push towards EVs by 2025. And yes this is a great option in the segment looks good too

Exhaust Sports Auto Thanks man! I’m wondering if it’s worth keeping it stock or put a axle back exhaust and Intake and tune on it eventually. Let me know what you think it’s my daily driver. Also do you still have your Hyundai Veloster?? Have you done anything to it?

Nah leave it alone is what I would do especially a daily but again your car up to you personally I never modify cars. Only things worth spending money on in a car is a warranty which you already have and Paint Protection Film, Ceramic Coat, and Tint

Exhaust Sports Auto ok that’s probably what I’m going to do as the car is plenty quick factory and very fun already no need to change anything. Do you still have your Hyundai Veloster?

No i don't have the Veloster but it was a fun little ride for sure. If the forte GT came out at the time I would of got that because it looks less juvenile than the Veloster 😆

Hey thanks again for stopping by my friend really appreciate you sharing your real world experiences with the car. Yea the Elantra is the better riding counterpart to the Forte but the Kia is supposed to be the more fun to drive choice yea these Kia Hyundais are some serious fuel sippers really no need for a hybrid haha. Thanks again for watching

@@MeynMotorGroup Yes thats true my friend, its fun to drive and thanks for your review.

Haha glad you got that far into the video lol

Thanks so much I appreciate you stopping by!

Thank you sir and I appreciate you watching, this is a good little car for sure really impressed with the MPG wonder what it would do if you babied it, probably be up there with a Prius honestly but drive way better

I’m in the same position as you! Did you pick yet?

@@Shelissssaa No not yet but I am actually leaning toward a Civic now unfortunately only because they have stop and go adaptive cruise control.

@@elephantmoney I wanted a civic at first but got discouraged because in my region they are higher on insurance than other cars

@@Shelissssaa Ya I would actually prefer the Hyundai or KIA for looks but having the stop and go is a big feature for me.

Haha I was just trying to insert some humor 😂but thanks for stopping by my friend and I appreciate your kind words

@@MeynMotorGroup You'll have to bare with me us old farts can be a bit slow on the uptake :P

Haha oh no don’t feel bad I’m glad there are some wiser older gentleman watching my videos I hate my generation of whiners more than anything haha

In korean it's pronounced Koom Hoe. You can hear it in this Kumho TV commercial. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jbNllbOr0a23k58.html

Appreciate you stopping by my friend!

Thanks so much for your kind words it means a lot! Yea so there is an option on this EX trim called the Launch Edition, I’m sure later it will be referred to as the EX-L and this has all of the safety suite. It’s a good fun driving car for sure and I love how it looks too. Thanks for stopping by John, take care

@@MeynMotorGroup I'd like a Launch Edition, but so far, and it wasn't available until six months after launch (?), it only comes in orange here in the States. I'm not buying an orange car. Hopefully it will be available in that gorgeous gray later.

Hmm that’s strange I wonder why they did that I haven’t heard about that til now perhaps it’s the dealers in your area not keeping other colors in stock? But yes fortunately their paint quality is high and this Gray did look great

True!

So what does this car have that every other car doesn't???

Reliability of a port injected only motor with no turbos, class leading features as standard for the most part, excellent driving dynamics that’s satisfying day to day, very good rear leg space which some other competitors lack, and subjectively, good looking exterior all for a fraction of the price of many competitors with incentives on top of that from dealers backed up by a decade long warranty. That’s what this car has that not every other car does.

I agree that Hyundai is the more luxury minded and is quieter and more comfortable than the Forte. Kia is supposed to be the “sporty” twin. Looks are subjective I prefer this Forte to the 2019 Elantra I think the redesign is a bit triangular and strange. However, I loved the previous gen Elantra in 2017-2018 that looked phenomenal especially the sport version. But thanks for stopping by the Elantra is another fantastic compact and is easily the most comfortable choice and my preference is comfort. Take care my friend

@@MeynMotorGroup I agree, I've owned and loved Elantras, but the 2019 looks like it was designed by a fourth grader in detention. And he had time to do the interior and exterior.

Haha yea the new Elantra I’m sure is fantastic but I am not a fan of the looks unfortunately and it’s sad because the 2017-2018 models looked fantastic oh well

@@MeynMotorGroup , forgot to mention my Elantra is the 2017, bought in late 2016. I agree that the 2019 is a little on the over the top with the front end. But then again, give them a couple of years and they'll change it up again, hopefully for the better.

Agreed they know how to do Design right and the new one isn’t bad just liked the previous gen a bit more

Yea the Harmon Kardon does sound very good I would say as good as the Stingers 720 watt honestly. But you just can’t pay that much for sound lol so I would pass it go for an LXS or something and perhaps tinker with the After market for sound? Just my thoughts. But thank you so much for stopping by

@@MeynMotorGroup you know what, totally agree with you, did some digging on google, and you can get great aftermarket speakers for much cheaper. only thing i would be worried about is would the integrity of the door frame be as solid(squeaks and rattles) after reattaching after sound installation.

@@Mohankeneh Yes you bring up a great point that would be my concern as well. Maybe if you went for more clarity then bass it would be ok and even if you did that I'm sure it would be better than stock so you got options. Only other thing is, find an EX launch edition that's been sitting on the lot and negotiate it down to 22k out the door or something 2.9% or less interest

Yes

Thanks so much for your support I’m so happy you found value in it. Yea I was referring to the gloss black plastic in my interior rant haha worst part they put it on the door handle as well which is a high traffic area. I wish manufacturers would use that fake plastic aluminum trim more that looks very good and never shows any wear plus it’s still cheap. You don’t have to use much correction driving one handed on the high way I believe it speed senses and slows down the steering a bit, smart mode just cruising will slow it down a bit as well and naturally if you go for options with smaller sized wheels will make this an enjoyable daily.

Yeah, I totally agree... manufacturers should refrain from using gloss black plastic on high traffic areas. I hate some of the newer trends on cars like the gloss black plastic, fake vents, fake exhausts and climate controls buried inside the digital infotainment system. I prefer the push-button start, BSM and LED headlights... only the EX launch edition offers that for now. The S (and maybe the upcoming GT Line) trim does have LED headlights as options but lacks the push-button start and BSM. Anyway, thanks a lot for your inputs and keep up the great work.

Agreed, I think you would really like SavageGeeses car reviews haha

I love his reviews... I know he spoke about you in one of his Forte reviews. I have also watched your first driving impression of the Forte with your friend... been watching your reviews for quite sometime now but this review made me subscribe.

Yes I met him personally at the press event for the Forte, going to meet him again next week for the 2020 Soul. He’s a genuine Human Being very humble and it was a pleasure to finally meet him. Thanks for being such a long time viewer it means a lot to me. My friend got a full time career so he won’t be in my vids so it’s a solo gig pretty hard but great viewers like you make it worth it. Thank you

I would actually say that the Forte would be more reliable due to its port injection only motor. Might want to look into the 2020 Kia Soul as well, has so much more practicality while driving identical to the Forte and being more comfortable. Civic is a solid choice don’t get me wrong especially if you want a more comfortable experience and a faster one as well try them both out for sure

Nice massive congrats my friend

Thanks so much for stopping by and providing some input as owner. Glad to hear you’re still enjoying your new Forte. It isn’t the fastest but there’s a huge sense of satisfaction in revving the motor out especially since it’s not turbocharged, it builds its power through the higher RPMs. Gas mileage is a huge win and I thank you for your kind words. Take care!

Hey Thomas thanks so much for stopping by Sir. I’m truly humbled that you found my thoughts on the vehicle to be helpful. If you get a chance, check out my Kia Soul review that I did. I really thought that vehicle drove identical to this but even more comfortable and spacious if you can appreciate the looks of it. And yea I saw the new GT trims they do look great! Thanks again for watching my friend

@@MeynMotorGroup I did just look at your Kia Soul review and I will put the Soul EX on my "must drive" list and will try to drive it back to back with the Forte. I appreciate your comments on the dual clutch transmission and will probably avoid it. As I see it now, the Forte wins on fuel economy and a bit more on value (since there seems to be bigger discounts on it). But the Soul wins on smooth ride and hatch versatility. I also like how short and tall it is. I see in Canada they now have the Forte5 with the 2.0 engine. Any chance we will get it here in the US?

I really doubt we will get a hatch here in the states since they don’t seem to sell well. Had no idea the Forte was being heavily incentivized, more base models with 16” wheels will help the Forte ride better so that’s good. But yea try them all out see what you like, I heard the Elantra was similar to the Forte but even more comfortable as well if you wanted to add that to your roster. Thanks again for stopping by and checking out the reviews my friend

Wheels? I mean if you don't care about your ride then do whatever lol

@@MeynMotorGroup kool,I mean would it change in gas mileage wit the 18 inch ones.

Yea probably because I'm assuming you might have to go wider on the tire but it will destroy the ride quality Kia is already slightly stiffer in ride than Hyundai will probably handle weird too 18s would be a better choice

@@MeynMotorGroup thanks for taking the time out to respond to me.i ll go wit the 18's or maybe just 17's if I can find them.

Thank you so much my friend that means a lot!

Exhaust Sports Auto do you advice me to buy this car I have about 20000 dollars

@@beaudox9844 It's a good car but I would also say look into the Kia Soul, it drives identical to this and rides much smoother. The Hyundai Elantra will also ride better. But all very good reliable cars you should be pretty happy with them

Exhaust Sports Auto I dislike the new shape of Elantra

Exhaust Sports Auto I dislike the new shape of Elantra

😂 😂 haha that name is almost as bad the Growler in Europe lol

Yes I did lol 😆 class of 2019

@@MeynMotorGroup Congratulations!!!

Yea very accommodating

Thank you for stopping by, acceleration as mentioned in the video is adequate nothing mind blowing but it gets the job done and it feels natural I have zero problems with the power. Great price Gilbert let me know what you decide on

@@MeynMotorGroup How would you compare the acceleration to my Corolla? What's the 0-60 time?

It would be a bit faster than the corolla I believe corolla is in the 9 second range and this Forte is in the 8 second range. The fastest is the civic at 6.5 seconds in the 1.5 turbo however I will always go naturally aspirated with these motors. A lot of these times are achieved by brake boosting the vehicle and nobody drives like that on the street. Turbo motors fall flat very quick in the high rpms, but try them all see what you like best