2023 Kia Forte LXS Full Review - Trunk Measurements, Safety Features, Passenger Space and More!

Is the Kia Forte LXS a good compact car? Should I buy a Toyota Corolla or a Kia Forte? Is the Kia Forte better than the Honda Civic? Does the Kia Forte have good Trunk Room? Does the Kia Forte have good Passenger Room? Perhaps my comprehensive review will answer some of those questions for you!
To view my POV test drive on this 2023 Kia Forte LXS, please click here:
• 2023 Kia Forte LXS POV...
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:13 Engine and Tranmssion
2:27 Cargo Measurements
4:50 Passenger Room
6:06 Convenience Features
11:33 Safety Features
13:26 Please Like And Subscribe

[@CarDietrich]

To see my POV test drive video on this car, please click here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/epivmIuoltxsa7c

[@amazing692]

Can you please also feature kia forte 2023 model # DLS42G61VDD186

[@Pachyvito]

Bought this car about 3 months ago, in that exact color. Absolutely love it. It doesn’t feel like a cheap car, its smooth, quiet ( for the price range) super fuel efficient and spacious. Feels likes its punching well above its class. Great job kia.

[@asmrsleep3079]

My sister just bought this car last night in blue.... After all the dealer fees it ended up being 25,000 brand new with only 15 miles on it. It had just gotten off the truck that morning

[@sammie.13]

@@asmrsleep3079 i bought mine a month ago and paid that price too.

[@unique7437]

Me to

[@bishwaslamsal1036]

How much did y’all paid ??

[@Aqm917]

Yes same I love mine in all Black

[@emistuemke7285]

This might be the best car review video I’ve ever watched on KZbin. It was straight to the point and showed everything I needed to know without spending half the video pointlessly roasting a budget compact for lacking a powerful, sporty engine. (Why is that such a popular approach? If I wanted an aggressive performance car, I would not be looking at a Forte.) Anyway, I wish I could find more videos like this that show clear, well-lit views and keep the information interesting without loading it up with cringey graphics and long rants about the creator’s favorite sandwich. Thanks.

[@CarDietrich]

I appreciate that Emi. I could probably have more success/views if I went for more clickbait-y titles or thumbnails or shouted at everyone to subscribe and smash that like button right away but I just don't like doing it that way. But for the record my favorite sandwich is the All-American from Cortina's Italian Deli. Thanks again!

[@celestialasmr9209]

My Acura Tsx was totaled in an accident …got a 2023 forte Lxs and im obsessed.

[@nicotoscani8270]

How’s it holding up if you don’t mind me asking?

[@aidenlarson9911]

Just got this car a few days ago and am absolutely falling in love with it. A bit on the slow side but the ride is very smooth and the handling is good. The mileage is definitely better then the rating they give, I’ve consistently gotten 45+ mpg on highways. The infotainment is intuitive and useful and the interior is very nice.

[@tais8432]

Have a 2022 Forte LXS and loving it. Used to own a Corolla and decided to try kia with no regrets

[@KatieO-pp5cj]

Same

[@johnblattner8683]

Kia keeps upping their game. They've taken a lot of sales away from Honda and Toyota.

[@Weirdthings176]

No Kia owns honda

[@abdul_jaqul]

I havent seen hyundai or kia went 500k miles. I own a hyundai, however toyota and honda always has the edge in reliability and longevity, worth every penny

[@katyleighjones]

Just bought this car!! Went in for the GT Line but the price difference was crazy, just to have a push start and a sun roof basically. The car is killerrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It rides SO smooth, the gas is AMAZING, it is very nice for what I paid and I am obsessed. Kia is stepping it up!

[@dodg3razul]

Monthly and price after taxes?

[@jaysmokin]

Ir rides so smooth ur right. I love Kia and Hyundai driving dynamics

[@asmrsleep3079]

​@@dodg3razulmy sister got this car last night and after all the dealer fees and extras it was like 25k... It's brand new with only 15miles. Her monthly is 338

[@BBPKID]

​@@asmrsleep3079 what was her down payment

[@asmrsleep3079]

@@BBPKID she put a good 8000 down

[@Jra362]

Awesome video👍🏼 just financed this same exact model and loving it so far! My very first car I can happily call my own. My previous car was a lease and needed to get out of it lol

[@ChuloHock]

Your review sealed my decision to purchase this vehicle. Thank you! I am now a subscriber!

[@highlyfavored6687]

I just got my ride royal blue. She's a beauty. ❤

[@alohaleslie9407]

I sold my KIA Forte 5 2011 and today bought a 2023 Kia Forte LXS . I love it! Feels heavy and solid. Love the navigation system (AppleC), and the size of the monitor. Anything bigger than 8" IMO would be too big. I think I got good deal. 15,000 miles and paid $19,997 cash. I don't think you can go wrong with a KIA.

[@JRny.1]

Great video straight to the point and everything I need to know. Earned the click 🤝🔥!

[@CarDietrich]

Thank you very much 😊

[@toofacedsugar1764]

Great review! Buying this car Monday as a vehicle to get me to and from school... 50 miles away. Gas mileage on this is rly great, hoping it holds up for a long time.

[@CarDietrich]

Thank you for watching, enjoy your new Forte!

[@angelamondor8835]

I got this because my 2010 kia was a great car. In the 9 years we had it, all we had to do was replace the alternator (not including basic maintenance, like breaks/rotors). We only ended up with another car because someone ran a stop sign and I got totaled out. The dodge we have now has been a nightmare since September, so we're getting another forte, lol.

[@genapruitt]

Thank you! 😁

[@alexanderblackburn4758]

Was on the edge before buying my 23 LXS but I love it, I can consistently get 35-40 mpg CITY and 40+ highway their rating is generous.

[@nicotoscani8270]

How many miles on it now? Any issues?

[@Rohoactr]

I think this 2023 Forte is a good car overall. I bought one for my daughter.

[@edwardprice140]

Just leased one for $310 x 36 months x 36,000 miles, Thanks.

[@1Springloaded]

I think your wheel base is about the same as this Kia. It's good to know someone 6'5 can actually get in and have enough room. At least for ( short) trips.

[@ethanol1586]

6:35 was recently the unfortunate victim of this. I have a gray forte, it's brand spanking new, and theres still new car smell. I drove over to a friend's house and went home in a tow truck. Fortunately, it was 2023 and she put up a fight and the thieves left empty-handed. Gonna get it fixed this week. I sure miss my little forte which I have lovingly named Dave

[@ichewtoast111]

Just got one today drives nice but I really wish they had a manual transmission option in the LSX trim

[@randalwebb2565]

Just bought a 2023 Lia Forte LXS. The "minimal" Safety Features are not a deal breaker. Turned everything off that I could. I absolutely loathe a vehicle trying to tell me how I should drive. Could've probably got the car for $4,000.00-5,000.00 dollars less if they would have left this garbage off. Other than that, the ride is great and love the 38-39 mpg that I am getting!

[@turtleman5111]

Hi. I'm looking into 1; have an appt. Monday w/Kia. But, do you have to turn that crap off everytime you start the car? And, it looks so small(well he's 6'5" too). Is it hard to get in+out? I have a Mazda3 now, and thats the main thing I dont like about it( I had a back injury).

[@randalwebb2565]

@@turtleman5111 No, you don't have to turn everything off every time you start it. I only leave the Blind Spot Warning on. My daughter has a 2020 Honda Civic and my head rubs the roof with a hat on. I am 6'1". In the Forte, I can put my fist between my head and the roof. .....and, as always, small, low cars are always a challenge for us taller guys.. (I have a lowered Mustang also.....LOL)

[@turtleman5111]

@@randalwebb2565 Hi R, I ended up buying 1 today! It is SO much easier getting in+out; they made my an offer I couldn't refuse too. But the height of both cars were pretty much the same; maybe I just got an inch or 2 more? Idk. The opening to get in is SOO muchbigger. Drives great(for that price), better tires would make the ride smoother. AND(it had 18 miles on it), it said like 20 MPG when I left dealer; when I got home after about 35 miles, it said 42MPG's! So, not bad.

[@randalwebb2565]

Great! Got almost 5,000 miles on mine now. Hope you enjoy. BTW, I'm actually getting 3-4 mpg less than Kia says, doing the math at the pump, but still great gas mileage.

[@sebastianrucki246]

The car has nice style and interior for the price. But then there’s the warranty also. If the car drives comfortable then its worth the buy.

[@timbuktug3321]

My 2022 is identical to this one. Only difference is mine has turn indicators on my side mirrors this one doesn’t but very much the same. Mine is also White Exterior.

[@asmrsleep3079]

This one should... My sister has this car... It has the turn indicators and blind-spot detector is on the mirrors

[@frogrock89]

6:09 THE KEY-A... GET IT? LOL!

[@Theorangecrushgamer]

I want.

[@KatieO-pp5cj]

I had a 2018 Corolla that got totaled last year in 2023. In 2023 I leased a 2024 Volvo S60 T8 Ultimate. I had to get out of that expensive lease. Now I have this Kia and I like Kia now better than Toyota. Don’t ask me why I leased a Volvo lol

[@knowbodiesfull5768]

Wait, what is that gadget you're using to measure the dimensions of the trunk? I want one for myself! _(1/4/2023)_

[@CarDietrich]

Bosch GLM 20 65 ft. Laser Measure

[@vinsemi9734]

I was just thinking today that my 2024 Kia Forte is gravity gray and my Apple Products are Space Gray.

[@ChrisJames-vl7on]

Should I spend the extra money and get the GT-line instead of the LXS? Just want a affordable but nice looking car.

[@CarDietrich]

At the end of the day that's your call. The LXS is comfortable, but if the looks of the GT Line are that enticing to you maybe it's worth the extra money

[@savannahsiebert8974]

I just bought the 2023 Forte LXS.. does anyone else notice a little “hole” in the back of their steering wheel or did i get a messed up car? Asked the service department over the phone and they couldn’t tell me 😑

[@CarDietrich]

I didn't notice that on the one I drove, but I wasn't looking for it either so I can't say for sure.

[@MKELECTRONICSEST2023]

SOMEONE CALLED THIS KIA FORTE CLASSIC LOL

[@beatrixxy]

How is the driver's seat? Is it comfortable? I saw another video that mentioned the seat is hard with no lumbar support.

[@CarDietrich]

I found it to be comfortable enough, but honestly I'm not so picky about those things

[@mohammedjassem4185]

Which is better in terms of stability and durability, Kia Soul or Kia Forte? Please reply, please

[@CarDietrich]

Durability they are about equal because they have very similar engines and transmissions. Stability Id give to the Forte because it’s got a lower center of gravity

[@mohammedjassem4185]

@@CarDietrich Thank you. Do you recommend Kia Soul?

[@CarDietrich]

@@mohammedjassem4185 I've always liked the Soul, in a way I like it better than the Forte, it seems to have a bit more personality than the Forte.

[@joesmith6524]

Dealers know where they can stick the upupups!!

[@Ashtocurious]

How is the surround sound?

[@CarDietrich]

I don’t think the LXS has surround sound

[@braetonwilson4296]

The reason why your torso is longer than your legs is because you're a man. If you met a 6'5 woman, her legs would be a lot longer than yours. Great review! 2023 Corolla LE is almost $2000 more expensive than this Forte LXS so the Forte's a great deal!

[@CarDietrich]

Thank you for watching Braeton!

[@Snsndndnhshh]

No spite tire? Why?

[@CarDietrich]

You'd have to ask Kia about that

[@Davidcentaur]

What ? No cruise control?

[@craigramsay53]

Yes it has cruise control. Just not ADAPTIVE cruise control.

[@IWeasel]

I’ll rather the 23 civic lx

[@jasjeetsingh5870]

No LX doesn't have a forward pedestrian alert. Wrong info !!

[@CarDietrich]

www.kia.com/us/en/forte/specs.LXS

[@danedavidson2571]

LXS* does have this

[@timweeks6191]

My 2022 does

[@NatureBoy12100]

My car has forward pedestrian alert. 2024 KIA Forte LXS Sedan. The KIA trim package breakdown is very confusing. It looks like the non GT cars do not have a forward cycling alert. So you may hit bicycles.

[@mickietoweringhouse]

Wrong color