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  Mar 3 2010, 07:34 PM
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Looks like there will be a hatch version of the Forte in the not too distant future. No real details but I posted a couple shots of the prototype in the Gallery.
Here's one... 
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Mar 3 2010, 07:54 PM
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HOT... I hope.
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Mar 3 2010, 11:23 PM
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Looking very interesting!
Hopefully KIA does a better job with this than Hyundai did in the recent hatch/wagon styling changes, or at least if they come up with something cool they'll make it available here in the states.... --------------------  To Helena Handbasket! |
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Mar 4 2010, 07:30 AM
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^that's the thing... Both KIA and Hyundai have been making some great cars - but not making them available to N/A for us all to enjoy.
Seems selfish to me - but this hatch does look interesting. 4dr hatch with a 2dr coupe in the snow, sweet --------------------    carPC Build Thread | My Elantra Site | My Fiero Site | My WebSite | Donate here to keep ElantraClub online and growing. |
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Mar 4 2010, 08:18 AM
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The shape of the rear end looks somewhere between a Spectra5 and the i30 hatch. I'm anxious to see more.
As successful as the Elantra GT and Spectra5 were, it would only make sense for Hundai/Kia to come out with something like this. Personally, I think they should have made the Sonata into an Audi A4-style wagon and kept the 'Elantra' Touring in Europe. Most of us GT owners would fall under the current Kia target market now, so the "Forte5" would be aimed right at us. -Roy -------------------- "If what Jesus said was good, what can it matter if he was God or not?" - Kurt Vonnegut
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Mar 4 2010, 08:29 AM
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Cool! That car is hot as a 4 and 2 door! Hope it stays that way for the hatch!
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Mar 4 2010, 11:52 AM
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QUOTE (sarge @ Mar 4 2010, 04:30 AM)  ^that's the thing... Both KIA and Hyundai have been making some great cars - but not making them available to N/A for us all to enjoy. Seems selfish to me - but this hatch does look interesting. 4dr hatch with a 2dr coupe in the snow, sweet Actually they are giving you guys some nice options, the Forte Koup SX-R:    here's the deets: The Koup Named the KOUP "SX-R" is going to be made available to Canadian Kia dealers shortly. Accessories include: 1. Front lips 2. Side lips 3. Rear Lip Spoiler 4. Axle Back Exhaust (deep Sounding) 5. AEM panel air filter 6. 1.3" lowering springs 7. Strut bar 8. 18" Europa Wheels with Yokohoma S-drive tires 9 "R" Badging 10 "R" branded door sills. Product should be in dealers by Mid May. Canadian Dealers will start pre-ordering next week March 8th till April 2nd. See your local dealer for more information. Reference "AY10 007" to dealers about this program. Damn you Canucks! -------------------- To Helena Handbasket! |
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Mar 4 2010, 12:03 PM
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CarPuter Masta! Group: Lifetimer Posts: 6,363 Posts Per Day: 1.03 Thanks Received: 130 Trader Stats: 11 (100%) Joined: 23-June 07 From: Toronto, Canada Member No.: 4,300 Mood: Relaxed |
Damn you Pops for posting that.... I was happy just dreaming for a while
I'll still be happy with a hatch though me thinks... but a hatch with those goodies aswell 
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Mar 4 2010, 12:11 PM
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QUOTE (sarge @ Mar 4 2010, 09:03 AM) Damn you Pops for posting that.... I was happy just dreaming for a while I'll still be happy with a hatch though me thinks... but a hatch with those goodies aswell Yeah no kiddin'... -------------------- To Helena Handbasket! |
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Mar 4 2010, 09:40 PM
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Oooh - this could be promising. I wonder what the plans are with this one and why to keep it under such wraps...
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Apr 1 2010, 05:21 PM
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Apr 1 2010, 07:48 PM
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Oh crap... That is sharp.
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