Elantra 1.8 or Honda Jazz 1.5 EX AT or Ford Focus Sport 5dr or OTHERS

[dct]

I find this mentality to be awfully outdated. Specifically for the Elantra, no major issues have been reported and it's been around for over a year.

Perhaps it's the dealer support that could be improved on, but that's HARI's fault and not Hyundai's.

The Elantra wouldn't win car of the year in 4 different countries if it wasn't a good car.

I also find it funny that despite Toyota's numerous mishaps in the previous years (unintended acceleration, engine sludge, D4D injector problems), diehard Jap brand fanboys still regard it as a bulletproof brand while they can't seem to give Korean manufacturers a break.

Elantra is good. or rather hyundai is good. malaki talaga improvement nila, design, features, lalo na sa engine, ang lakas. but the thing is, when it comes to reliability, durability, parts, after-sales, talo sila sa japanese. and also, you said dealer support that could be improved on. e sa dealer din sya bibili e. haha :D not a hater of hyundai, just an opinion and observation from experience

[jut703]

Durability, parts and after-sales service aren't the end all and be all of car purchases. They're just part of the set of factors that buyers need to consider when buying a car.

To some, reliability is the utmost priority. Others will be more bold and would be willing to deviate from the established brands in exchange for a better packaged car.

It's a matter of preference, but I don't see how making a sweeping statement to avoid Korean brands in particular has its place in an objective discussion.

[Starex_Gold]

From the other thread

There's really no point in making noise in these forums to pursue other people not to patronize a certain brand or product. While it is true that sharing this information will help others make sound decisions on a purchase, you really can't dissuade someone whose mind is set on something. If they really want a Hyundai, they will get a Hyundai.

Agree?

[dct]

it's just my opinion sir. i am part of that some who prioritize reliability. i'm just sharing my thoughts to sir RazorWolf that in his case, saying he has zero knowledge about cars, he should be careful in choosing the reliability part. that's all

[Verbl Kint]

it's just my opinion sir. i am part of that some who prioritize reliability. i'm just sharing my thoughts to sir RazorWolf that in his case, saying he has zero knowledge about cars, he should be careful in choosing the reliability part. that's all

Your concerns are rightly put if Hyunda-Kia had not invested in heavy R&D spending. The fact that they offer a 5-year warranty bodes well for consumers since they themselves are sure that they would not lose money by offering such an extensive warranty.

We are 2 decades removed from the 1990's, where reliability concerns of korean cars were real problems.

[tomboy]

Pero kung altis vs elantra eh sa koreano na ako.

Sa mga choices mo ang jazz talaga ang godfather.

[dr. d]

Pero kung altis vs elantra eh sa koreano na ako.

Sa mga choices mo ang jazz talaga ang godfather.

errr... what does godfather mean?
is he the guy who gives us gifts on our birthday, or is he the cold-blooded killer?

[Starex_Gold]

errr... what does godfather mean?
is he the guy who gives us gifts on our birthday, or is he the cold-blooded killer?

Baka dahil Honda.....

[RazorWolf]

Thanks for the feedback guys! I'm a little overwhelmed by the information given on the replies. I'll make sure to seriously consider your opinions.

[iceblueyes]

Your concerns are rightly put if Hyunda-Kia had not invested in heavy R&D spending. The fact that they offer a 5-year warranty bodes well for consumers since they themselves are sure that they would not lose money by offering such an extensive warranty.

We are 2 decades removed from the 1990's, where reliability concerns of korean cars were real problems.

I don't believe the 5yr warranty has much "value" here. For one, you would have to have it maintained by the casa. Thats expensive and still subject to "horror stories" kung malasin ka nga naman.

[dr. d]

I don't believe the 5yr warranty has much "value" here. For one, you would have to have it maintained by the casa. Thats expensive and still subject to "horror stories" kung malasin ka nga naman.

to me, the 5 year warranty serves the carmaker well:
first, it convinces the convinceable, that the car is so well-made, the maker is willing to gamble on giving an unprecedented 5 year warranty. this translates to more cars sold.
second, it will generate income for the casa by locking in the car's maintenance to the casa for the next 5 years! talk about captive audience!
and since the majority of car buyers are of average car savvy... heh heh.
and what is my take on korean vehicles? let's just say, i lived with one for 9 years.