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If I had the chance to choose between a new Forte, and any year of a Spectra, it's no contest. Same goes for either a Hyundai Accent or a Kia Rio. Each of those three are solid but basic transportation - no more. The Forte is a seriously good car, and the first small car where you don't have to feel like you need to draw in your shoulders to get in and out of it.

As for the Elantra, there is a newly, re-designed one heading out in a year or less. From what I hear, it is worth waiting for. But if you can't, the Forte should be an easy choice.

Thanks for your input, Tom.