Graduation is just around the corner for many Angeleno collegians. Many of these young men will be in the need of a new set of wheels. If so, a 2012 Kia Forte sedan or hatchback is worth checking out; it might just turn out to be the perfect graduation gift. On May 18, Kia Motors Americas announced that the two vehicles had been listed among Total Car Score’s “Top Cars for College Grads.” The Web-based automotive rater noted that in addition to styling, spaciousness, technology, and interior materials, the 2012 Forte was the most affordable vehicle among the vehicles selected. While a “previously owned” vehicle can be had for less than the $15,200 suggested base price for the Forte, it may also have been “previously abused.” Some risk is involved in a used car purchase; however, a new Kia will not surprise your grad with a maintenance issue down the road. It comes with an outstanding 10-year/100,000-mile warranty. In addition, your local Kia dealer is currently offering attractive lease and financing options.
Total Car Score compares vehicles in all automotive segments. Its comprehensive rating system allows prospective buyers to make detailed comparisons between vehicles. The “Total Car Score” represents an overall assessment that combines quantitative car reviews from various major automotive authorities, including the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Total Car Score CEO Karl Brauer described the Kia Forte as one of the best compact car values on the market today. He explained, “With standard features like Bluetooth®1 hands-free phone operation, a USB port for iPod2 connectivity, and a 10-year/100,000-mile warranty3, the Forte offers the technology and long-term quality today's college graduates seek in a new-car purchase."
Two engine options are available: a 2 liter DOHC 4-cylinder rated at 156 HP or a 2.4 liter rated at173 HP if you opt for the SX model. The 2.0 liter with an automatic transmission is rated at 26 city 36 highway MPG. It drops to 25/34 with the manual transmission. For those interested in a little better fuel economy, the EX (fuel economy) model achieves 27 city and 37 highway MPG. For those that prefer performance with a slight fuel economy hit, the SX is rated at 23 city and 32 highway MPG.
Courtesy of Kia Media
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