 This car excels in terms of design, comfort, and features.  In addition, when an opportunity presents itself, the manual shifting turbo engine is wickedly good fun.  Is this a car to take track-racing?  Of course not, but the upside is that it's a pleasant and fun daily driver.  However, know that the stiffer suspension disallows this car from being a comfortable highway cruiser when the pavement gets dicey.   Nevertheless, if you're in the market for a fun-to-drive hatchback with space  for 4 (not just seating, but actual space!) definitely check out the Forte5 SX. So far, my mileage has been about 3 better than the rated MPG from KIA, and that's in 50/50 mixed driving.  I've also gotten (mostly) used to the much-maligned flex-steer.  I rarely take it out of the 'normal' setting.  On occasion I'll use 'sport' on a crowded, twisty interstate, and even less frequently I'll use 'comfort' when cruising on a well-paved, empty highway.  Worth noting, even though UVO works well, the stock speakers are absolutely terrible.  Given that UVO is such a key component of KIA's marketing, they should immediately discontinue the current speakers and use the Infinity upgrade materials they have available for other vehicles (but not the Forte . . .?).Finally, given KIA's incentivized sales approach, there is no way not to get a good deal.  Especially on this under-marketed, under-appreciated, and undersold car.  Based on all the info I can find online, I ended up paying less than inventory price by a couple hundred dollars.