The 2011 Kia Forte is a sharp looking replacement for the Spectra, and is a strong candidate for most-improved honors. Underneath its crisp derivative sheet metal, the Kia Forte is noticeably related to the Hyundai Elantra. The engines consists of a base 2.0-liter inline-4 on EX and LX models, and a 4.2-liter four on the SX.The EX can come with a Fuel Economy package that includes a five-speed automatic.

All fortes come standard with Bluetooth, steering wheel mounted audio controls, and Kia's famous 100,000 mile warranty. Amid the growing crowd of compacts, this affordable Kia Forte holds its own. The 2011 Forte is a legitimate alternative to traditional segment leaders due to its eye-catching style, competitive feature content and good value.