Kia Optima Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Kia doesn't have the best reputation, though I get the sense that it's slowly improving. Speaking personally, I would have laughed at the idea of buying/leasing anything from Kia even three years ago. However, in that time, I've had two: a 2011 Kia Sportage EX and, now, a 2013 Kia Optima SX Limited. The mediocre brand image is a unfortunate, because if you slapped another make's emblem on this car, people would probably be absolutely gushing over it. As I said, I don't think their image is improving, though. see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
poor trade in value but intend to keep long time due to great warranty; Kia discounting cars in USA to gain brand penetration; much better priced here than in Europe for the same car. see full Kia Optima review |
Jeep Grand Cherokee Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Can do anything reputation. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2004 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Rugged reputation see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2003 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Jeep brand is well recognized for durability and ability to handle all kinds of terrain. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2002 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Snob appeal in my area. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
Jeep Grand Cherokee Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Chrysler needs to step up and stand behind their vehicles if the are going to sell $45-50K vehicles they need to improve they service and act like a premium car manufacturer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |