Kia Forte5 GT hatchback (possibly for US)

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Wonder if anyone would buy this if they decide to sell it here? Kia is still considering US sales. If so it would basically be a Forte GT in hatch form.

The Forte5 has the biggest hatch in its class. I'd be very tempted if it has a 6MT like the sedan. Don't love the look but the huge trunk would be very nice.

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Watched Straight Pipes review, they actually preferred the Elantra GT N-Line, though I think the styling turned them off. Have to agree, it's a bit awkward looking from the side. Shoulda made it a wagon.
 

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The 1.6 turbo is strong enough, not as quiet or refined as the 1.5 in the Honda though . And the 7 speed DCT .... don’t even get me started , I’ve already voiced my opinion several times on that one , 6 speed would be the way to go .
 

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I hope for Kia to come out with some type of 'hot hatch' as Hyundai has with the Veloster N. The Forte5 does not seem to be that, and the Stinger, though it has the hatch trunk, is a sport sedan
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