Many years passed, Sephia or Spectra is not a big impact. In fact, no exaggeration to say that it is possible some could not imagine the look of the models if they were asked about it.
The failure was attributed to many factors. These include the Kia brand that has not been strong, less attractive design, as well as the Korean automotive technology is still considered to fall behind when compared with the Japanese and European manufacturers.
However, all attempts to repair and weaknesses identified. As a result, Kia appears to be more confident with the model known as the Forte. Forte in the Malaysian market campaign started in November 2009. Since then, consumers have started paying attention to the Korean sedan, though still able to feel skeptical completely eliminated.
Even so, the external and internal design Forte seen to some extent succeeded in attracting consumers. Especially those who want a mid-sized sedan and not affixed with Proton badge.
In March 2011, Forte received improvements. Most notable is the application of the six-speed Shiftronic automatic transmission that replaces the previous four-speed transmission. Not only that, the facelift model also received some upgrades in terms of cosmetic appearance.
Distributed by Naza Kia Malaysia Sdn. Limited. (Naza Kia), Forte is available in three variants. Depending on engine displacement of either 1.6 or 2.0 liters. In addition to several other features which distinguish between these variants.
Before this, I had to test drive the Forte models with 1.6 liter engines. Experience driving from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, however, not an effect, but it look interesting. Other aspects, many of which have been forgotten. There is nothing really 'wow!' On the car.
A year passed. I tested back Forte. But this time is a more powerful variant, the 2.0-liter. It should be recognized, Forte 2.0 SX which could test drive for a few days really surprised me.
What can be offered by Forte certainly exceeded expectations. If you can drive to turn a blind eye, not sure anyone would believe that it is a Korean car. Not my intention to accuse Korean products previously not good. But the transformation of the quality of all the terms have changed totally.
There are many things that will make you love this model. Especially when many of the features that are usually available on more luxurious models installed in Forte 2.0 SX. To get into the cabin, you just have to press the small black button on the handlebars door.
Smart key does not require the driver to turn the key before the engine menghidupklan. Just press the brake and the button Start / Stop and the engine will survive. If through a tunnel or a dark street, main lights will flash automatically. When it rains, the mirror polishing already know to do his job without having to manually direct the driver.
No need to worry for reverse parking. This is true because the rear of the car will be displayed on the rear view mirror as your guide. With a color display and angular lines, parked vehicles had been so easy. That's the fancy features that I have said.
In the cabin, the meter receives optitron graphics and a new backlight. Gear lever is also a new unit of better designs. Want to change gear manually? You can do so through the paddle shifters mounted on the back of the steering wheel.
True, the external appearance of the subjective nature. Beautiful in our eyes, may not be acceptable in the eyes of others. But Forte 2.0 might be a different case. Difficult to say it's a bad car designs.
With Kia's signature grille design, the front looks neat through the use of a thin main lights. For better lighting at night, a pair of fog lights were installed at the bottom of the bumper.
Praise should be given to designing the back of Forte. It's pretty neat and sporty through a combination of thin backlight and a bold bumper bottom. Side mirror housings accommodate thin LED lights. It can also be folded electrically.
Unlike the 1.6 variant that feel a little heavy, DOHC CVVT engine unit more satisfying. Rarely you will feel the loss of power, especially when I want to pass other vehicles or through a hilly route. Smooth and quick gear exchange, makes you lazy to use the paddle shifter. NVH levels Forte 2.0 SX is also to be commended. Wind noise or external noise can be heard in the cabin to a minimum.
Do all of the above makes Forte a perfect medium size sedan? Yes, Forte actually almost perfect. There's just some things that I think could be improved.
First, the floor carpet that feels so smooth. During the first drive, there is also a feeling worried and depressed skid feet on the gas pedal when they should not.
Second, canned or bottled beverages cool and put parking spaces in the center console drink will probably be warm after driving in some time. More so if you are stuck in traffic jams.
Yes, this could happen to most cars, but Forte has purchased melted chocolate makes quite significantly even though the distance between the center of the Sunway Pyramid shopping to my house which is not far.
Finally, my question is to what extent the resale value of Forte for five or ten years. If the price does not fall to the level saith, Honda and Toyota may have to worry from now
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