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#73 of 1357 rctennis, taking a good look at your links by iluvmysephia1 Dec 21, 2003 (8:16 am)
only proves my point. The Kia Spectra has a lot more design integrity than the Honda Civic. The '04 Civic looks a lot like an Accord-wannabe(which is saying very little to me). Whatever or however Honda does always seems to look like an expensive appliance(note the word "expensive"). The Kia lineup is unique, original and quality is great. I know-I'm on my second Kia since 1999 and the one I have now I traded for not out of necessity but because they're affordable enough to do it. Yes, the Honda's will offer much better trade-in value, and for some that is all they need to hear. That is again, dull, and uninspired. The new Spectra is going to be a better car than the current ones and probably won't cost much more than the '03 Kia Spectra's. Since this is an Amanti thread I'll sign off. Over.
#74 of 1357 iluvmysephia1 by rctennis3811 Dec 21, 2003 (8:38 am)
Actually, not all of Kia's reliability and quality is great. The Spectra is the eldest model with the worst reputation of the brand. Every other model (except Rio, I don't know about that one), Sedona, Sorento, Amanti, Optima, have great quality.   Read the reports and you'll find out.   My opinion: Actually, Hondas aren't that dull. They're as dull as Kias (which aren't dull). The Odyssey looks much better than the Sedona, but the Sorento looks much better than the Pilot. It's a matter of opinion, and I'm fine with what you think is stylish and what's not. Now the Amanti is what I wouldn't call stylish. It's more of interesting a.k.a. Love it or Hate it styling. I don't mind it's styling, but I'm wishing for something more traditional.
#75 of 1357 Re: Features, Nav system by netcam Dec 21, 2003 (10:49 am)
xg350guy talked about features, Amanti loaded, and Nav systems on the way, etc. Well, I see the Korean Sorento already has this available. A pic of the system can be seen at: http://www.mobis.co.kr/img/cybermall/show/zoom/sorento/shr_sorent- o_zimg02.jpg   I sure hope it comes to NA soon and that the current models can be upgraded with that system. That looks sharp in the Sorento dash!
#76 of 1357 I'm assuming the Sorento cupholder is down below by iluvmysephia1 Dec 21, 2003 (11:17 am)
on the transmission bump then. I drive a Sportage, mind you, and the cupholders on the Sportage are right there where the NAV system is on the Sorento shown in the link. That does look sharp and AAMOF I like the entire layout of the Sorento console shown. Very navigatable! =:) I would sure think that the American Amanti would have the NAV system as well.
#77 of 1357 Yep, Cupholders are below by netcam Dec 21, 2003 (12:51 pm)
on the center console behind the trans shifter. The center console is a great design too, IMO. I checked the nav system pic with my Sorento brochure and it should directly replace the existing am/fm/tape/cd unit. I'm definitely going to try and upgrade to it if/when it becomes available over here. Would also not be surprised to see it in the Amanti.   BTW, what is AAMOF?
#78 of 1357 netcam by rctennis3811 Dec 21, 2003 (4:55 pm)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM   I find it odd that many foreign cars in America do not have Navigation systems available, but come standard in their home country. Only recently have the Japanese manufacturers given the option of DVD-based Navigation systems on their vehicles. It seems only logical that Kia/Hyundai will offer it too!!
#79 of 1357 by ateixeira Dec 21, 2003 (6:44 pm)
Just my opinion, but that Civic looks as dull as ever. They just pulled back the eye brows for a face-lift. Actually I think it looks a little worse.   -juice
#80 of 1357 I agree by alpha01 Dec 22, 2003 (12:23 am)
The Civic was NOT improved by the styling changes this year, I especially don't like the new front bumper.   That said, looks like Toyota is feeling the heat of the Amanti, and giving hints of whats to come... Check out what in my book is a likely candidate for the next Avalon on toyota.com. Click "Vehicles" then go to Future Vehicles and the "Crown Concept" (something like that, anyway).   ~alpha
#81 of 1357 alpha01 by rctennis3811 Dec 22, 2003 (2:04 am)
Crown Concept would never make it in US as a Toyota. It'll probably be a Lexus, IF it ever does come stateside.
#82 of 1357 ok fair enough by alpha01 Dec 22, 2003 (7:21 am)
But what makes you so sure? Why would Toyota put a Lexus concept on their webpage? I dont see any pics of the LF-S on the Toyota site.....   ~alpha

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