UPDATE: Kia Forte 1.6 Test Drive Review
Naza Kia Sdn. Bhd. has officially launched the Kia Forte for the Malaysian market at the Pavilion KL. As previously mentioned, three models of the Forte are available including the 1.6 EX, the 1.6 SX as well as the range topping 2.0 SX.
There are some updates on some questions that readers have asked in the previous story. Yes, the engine in the 2.0 litre model is the single variable valve timing model. The 1.6 litre engine is able output 126 PS at 6,300rpm and 157Nm of torque at 4,200rpm while the 2.0 litre variant makes 156 PS at 6,200rpm and 194.2Nm of torque at 4,200rpm.
All models are offered with 2 years warranty or 50,000 kilometers, which ever comes first and there is no option for a warranty extension for now.
They plan to sell 6,000 units annually and also revealed that it will introduce more than four new models in various segments next year.
Kia Forte 1.6 EX – RM75,800
Kia Forte 1.6 SX – RM81,800
Kia Forte 2.0 SX – RM93,800
Continue reading to view live images of the launch, or read the related post earlier today to find out the full specifications of the car.
Related Posts:
Kia Forte here in Malaysia: amazing value for money
[zenphotopress number=99 album=644]
Click image for enlarged version
Click image for enlarged version
Looking to sell your car? Sell it with Carro.
Wolfsburg
on 
Jimmy
on 
blasting
on 
707
on 
vee
on 
Monfere.Blogspot.Com
on 
eAtMySmOkE
on 
DC
on 
k
on 
gavin
on 
pulge
on 
pennstater
on 
Reasonable person
on 
Sam
on 
libralcl
on 
MK
on 
mitlanevo
on 
DORAEMON
on 
KCivic
on 
malcolm lim
on 
seancorr
on 
sparkoeng
on 
SY0H (Member)
on 
Jules
on 
.thebigfatamir.
on 
somebody
on 
Contiworld
on 
Mazda 3 MPS
on 
mytouch
on 
nebula87
on 
nudin
on 
bone
on 
KIA User
on 
danny
on 
Zen
on 
Paul Tan
on 
Bomberman
on 
bobdbilder
on 
smart
on 
bart
on 
Whatda
on 
kokwai
on 
green engine
on 
brandon
on 
tamaki
on 
hmm...
on 
csv
on 
zafran
on 
BOMBER
on 
MyCarMyLife
on 
me me
on 
xatomic
on 
moreno007
on 
golfer
on 
mystvearn
on 
JACK HAMMER
on 
xenogearz
on 
alansmithz (Member)
on 
KK
on 
Iwan Dani
on 
PUGfans
on 
shawal
on 
mat
on 
maa
on 
NeSH
on 
WTF67
on 
Alfa Romeo
on 
Observer
on 
nyawere
on 
Karl
on 
orido
on 
308T
on 
azrai
on 
DMC
on 
ray
on 
sonyman
on 
haro
on 
Lightning McQueen
on 
JayC
on 
Boink
on 
wochomi
on 
love it
on 
kodok
on 
King Samurai
on 
wong
on 
jas
on 
alpha999
on 
wallstreet
on 
heman
on 
Wira Tua
on 
wtt
on 
Angie
on 
odi862
on 
Gerg
on 
redwings
on 
MBX Boy
on 
fxxtheProton
on 
forteadmirer
on 
PUGfans
on 
mingyuyu
on 
Jumbsuck
on 
Steven
on 
Niezam Bond
on 
Tracks (Member)
on 
life in the slow lan
on 
zoophobia
on 
Nems
on 
wajafan
on 
momi
on 
doink
on 
kitty
on 
wackko
on 
MMClover
on 
max
on 
chekusan
on 
ommph
on 
nmh
on 
Kev
on 
kimi_
on 
Voon
on 
waste_bucket
on 
forte supporter
on 
l29qnlag
on 
Androndraco
on 
Ricky
on 
bthw
on 
KILrr
on 
Bobby Ang
on 
Kim
on 
Moisty
on 
WS
on 
kenso
on 
20v_ke35
on 
jazzer87
on 
eatie
on 
Jimmy
on 
kanasai
on 
kiat7
on 
wajarays
on 
forteguy
on 
Encik
on 
dzat
on 
lolypop (Member)
on 
Blurking
on 
orang Tepen
on 
Lau
on 
my one
on 
siput
on 
27
on 
wtv
on 
larasati
on 
The Noble Proton Bas
on 
jan
on 
yadzli amn
on 
inquirer
on 
veil
on 
Eazy
on 
Keranda-7
on 
karut
on 
Mufasa
on 
wa la
on 
T0ny
on 
AIK
on 
raja hakim
on 
indra putra
on 
rudy
on 
ridz (Member)
on 
fazron80
on 
papa80
on 
samn (Member)
on 
zj
on 
mko
on 
Manic
on 
Coolxcool
on 
rickyll
on 
Mike
on 
Chad
on 
baPak
on 
vauxhall
on 
koolman3110
on 
ipin
on 
jdfsljf
on 
Kuen Hoong
on 
calvin
on 
said
on 
Sandy
on 
fortetester
on 
BW
on 
king4891 (Member)
on 
naveen
on 
comel@@
on 
Car LoVer
on 
endre
on 
Sandhurst82
on 
andrew
on 
Rondowner
on 
CASTELO
on 
Ms. Ael
on 
Khai
on 
Ahmadinejad
on 
shah
on 
Farul
on 
mailsak
on 
kennychia
on 
tony
on 
Kalai7275
on 
mariani ayu omar
on 
khairul
on 
Kampong Enjin
on 
Martin
on 
mie
on 
prince ameron
on 
3ks
on 
zul
on 
peace
on 
i
on 
Wai
on 
azrulex
on 
AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments about the Kia Forte launch highlight its attractive design, impressive features, and good value for money, with many users praising its sporty look, spacious interior, and advanced technology like the push-button start and semi-automatic gearbox. Several mention the affordable pricing (around RM81k for 1.6 SX and below RM100k for 2.0 models) and compare it favorably against Japanese competitors like Civic, Vios, and City. Concerns raised include the limited 2-year warranty, perceived lower resale value, service quality issues with Naza, and some dissatisfaction with interior quality and exterior badge branding. Many users express excitement after test drives, commending the car’s reliability, safety ratings, and styling, though some remain cautious about after-sales service and warranty coverage. Overall, sentiments lean toward positive recognition of the Forte's strong value proposition and design appeal.