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First Look: 2014 Kia Forte Sedan
Kia has unveiled a significantly updated version of its four-door Forte at the LA Auto Show. The new compact will do battle with the likes of the Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic, and Chevrolet Cruze.
Comfort/Involvement Index: 2012 Kia Rio
Slow and noisy engine and lifeless steering hurt the Rio’s involvement. Great small car if you don’t want to have any fun on your commute. The ride is decidedly soft for a small car, and this is reflected in the level of lateral movement during hard cornering. Might not be so bad if there weren’t so many more competent alternatives.
Driven: 2012 Kia Rio Five-Door
The Rio five-door is one of the new B-segment cars that now seem to be proliferating on our shores. If you haven’t been following this closely, we’ll jog your memory by mentioning the Honda Fit, the Ford Fiesta, the Nissan Versa, the Chevrolet Sonic, the Toyota Yaris, and the Mazda2. With EPA regulations forcing up average fuel economy numbers through 2016 and beyond, suddenly Americans are getting small cars whether they want them or not. Turns out the Rio has plenty to offer. But to understand that, you have to view the car from the right perspective.
Kia Announces Pricing For All-New Rio Five-Door
Kia’s model revolution continues with the 2012 Rio, which has just been priced out at under $14,000. The base five-door manual hatch starts at $13,600, while adding a six-speed automatic will add $1100 to the base price. Option up to the top of the line SX, and you’ll be cutting a check for $18,000.
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