A Little More Space, a Lot Better Access
Although more than a few C/D staffers would choose the Forte hatch over the sedan based on looks alone, increased cargo capacity and easier access to your stuff are in the pros column, too. The Forte five-door’s more capacious shape yields another 4.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats compared with the sedan’s 14.7-cubic-foot trunk, but the greater advantage is the hatchback itself, which of course allows the loading of bulky stuff that wouldn’t fit through a regular trunk opening. Also included are 60/40-split rear seatbacks and covered storage space beneath the cargo floor.
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Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the forward
speed of the vehicle.
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the approximate
number of engine revolutions per
minute (rpm).
Use the tachometer to ...
Automatic transaxle
Checking the automatic
transaxle fluid level
The automatic transaxle fluid level
should be checked regularly.
Keep the vehicle on the level ground
with the parking brake applied and
check the ...
Overview
Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled the 2009 Kia Optima midsize sedan at the
New York International Auto Show. On sale in early fall, the refreshed Optima
offers a completely modified exterior, whic ...