The current Ford Ranger is on its way out

The Maverick won the top rank for many of the same reasons as the 2023 Santa Cruz, making it the No. 2 truck overall for the money.

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The Santa Cruz has an all-wheel drive 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 191 horsepower,

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Kia wants to provide automobiles for enthusiasts at a lower price. I'm hoping they'll keep doing it. In the middle of the Kia Rio and Kia K5,

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the 2023 Kia Forte seeks to offer a satisfactory middle ground. The top-of-the-line Kia Forte GT,

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which is economical and sporty, adds excitement to an otherwise ordinary sedan.

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While it accomplishes everything, the 2023 Kia Forte GT isn't the greatest.

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decent technology, a quick drivetrain, and good design

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