Kia

[derf]

I think I'm gonna agree with everyone else that they arent bad cars, but they have a cheap feel about them.

The only thing I will add is that from what I hear the re-sale market is crappy for them, KBB and nada say one thing, but dealership you go to will offer you 1/2 of the trade in value, and selling one person to person isnt too much better because the name isnt associated with quality and the interior backs it up

[101lifts2]

I know 4 people that work for Kia Motors America in Costa Mesa (I think). They are pretty decent cars IMO, minus the transmission to engine shifting. Interior materials have come along way since its early introduction to this country, on par with a Civic interior or Cobalt, but not near VW's.

I rented a Kia Soul the last time I was in Chicago. Actually was impressed with the vehicle overall and very well built. Engine speed on the freeway was kinda high and the fuel mileage was only in the upper 20s.