I think the 2 korean makes are better cars than you get from GM or ford, however I can't see anyway possible you're getting a better car than a honda or toyota. I think when the price isn't really much different you're going to be money ahead in particular with choosing a honda or a toyota on resale along. my impression of driving kia's and hyundais is the interior of the car gives you a lot for the money. however the powertrains always seemed like a generation behind honda or toyota. They had a dated feeling with the transmission and engine.
I wouldn't buy one, if I wanted a car it would be honda or toyota, also I WILL NOT buy samsung or LG appliances, again korean made. nothing but early problems from the korean made appliances.
