The manufacturer was offering $3,000.00 incentive which helped it beat its competitors pricing and had all the features I wanted and more. Cruise control, 16" alloy wheels, sport suspension, tire pressure monitoring, side curtain air bags. I am satisfied, so far (less than 6000 miles).
The clutch does not provide good feedback in low gear. I beilieve that Kia has replaced this vehicle with the Forte.