Many car buyers value reliability and the Kia Forte has a bit of a reputation, or rather debate, for this. Though Kia has done a lot to improve its reliability ratings over the years, some potential buyers still have concerns based on old perceptions, or anecdotal evidence. Forte's reliability has been compared to established players in the compact car segment, say Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. Long term ownership experiences, common problems that can crop up and the value of Kia’s warranty coverage are often discussed. When the Forte is compared to other models of similar size, reliability is assessed based on initial build quality, long term durability and maintenance and repair costs.