2016 Kia Sportage Gen 4

[sparc179]

Great! I saw a new face Sportage QL in my village. 2 na kami


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Nice, they're beginning to see the advantages of the QL sir Bloo. Rare bird that it is, hehe.

[black0men007]

Nice, they're beginning to see the advantages of the QL sir Bloo. Rare bird that it is, hehe.

I saw one sa SM Sucat last friday. Mercury Blue.

[dr. d]

I saw one sa SM Sucat last friday. Mercury Blue.

what's mercury blue like?
mercury kasi, is silver.
mercury drug naman, red.

[black0men007]

what's mercury blue like?
mercury kasi, is silver.
mercury drug naman, red.

Sorry i was not able to take a picture. saw it looking for a parking slot. i was on the walkway between building a and b. its a shade of blue. Kia i think calls it Mercury Blue. thats all i know.

[vinrem]

And some say Korean cars are not good, if only after sales service will improve in some areas, there's no doubt that this will slice a large chunk of sales from jap cars.

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[sparc179]

And some say Korean cars are not good, if only after sales service will improve in some areas, there's no doubt that this will slice a large chunk of sales from jap cars.

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They should look at how KIA cars, specifically the Sportage, is selling in North America and many European countries.

Sales are at par with most Jap and even American counterparts.

Owner satisfaction is quite good.

Prevalent parin kasi sa ibang kababayan natin yung misconception na mababa ang quality ng Korean cars compared to Japs and other brands. Quite the opposite now. Just take a look at how Ford is doing and also Chevrolet, among others?

Of course I'm biased. Hehehe.



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[Egan101]

They should look at how KIA cars, specifically the Sportage, is selling in North America and many European countries.

Sales are at par with most Jap and even American counterparts.

Owner satisfaction is quite good.

Prevalent parin kasi sa ibang kababayan natin yung misconception na mababa ang quality ng Korean cars compared to Japs and other brands. Quite the opposite now. Just take a look at how Ford is doing and also Chevrolet, among others?

Of course I'm biased. Hehehe.



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What more if they get to drive/ride the Stinger?


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[sparc179]

What more if they get to drive/ride the Stinger?


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They might need a change of underwear Master E. [emoji16]

Or at least have a stiff drink right afterwards.

I would love to drive that thing all the way to Pagudpud on the TPLEX with no toll booths and enforcers along the way, hehehe.

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[Egan101]

They might need a change of underwear Master E. [emoji16]

Or at least have a stiff drink right afterwards.

I would love to drive that thing all the way to Pagudpud on the TPLEX with no toll booths and enforcers along the way, hehehe.

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Even just from Clark to Dinalupihan, I would love to know how much more fun it can offer. Driving near 200kmh in heavy rain near the end of the tires’ grip can be scary but with the Stinger, it was composed and we couldn’t complain.

Kia and Hyundai have both gone a long way from its bad reputation in the late 90s. In such a short time, they were able to transform themselves. The new Kia Telluride is a candidate of MororTrend’s SUV of the year competing against the likes of the Outback, Aviator, GLE, and X3.


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[bloowolf]

It didn’t help that the Japanese had tax perks while Korean cars didn’t. It cemented into the minds of pinoys then that Korean cars were not worth it. Now, with the quality surpassing that of most in the region, prices have been very competitive. Buying quality has been made affordable.


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[sparc179]

Ah, I think it’s better than mine. Although, aside from the body roll in corners (that I manage w/ down shifts & engine braking) probably the smoothest & most comfortable cars Ive owned.


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I would be more than happy to let you try mine when we get a chance Master B. Just to compare with yours, if you like.

It didn’t help that the Japanese had tax perks while Korean cars didn’t. It cemented into the minds of pinoys then that Korean cars were not worth it. Now, with the quality surpassing that of most in the region, prices have been very competitive. Buying quality has been made affordable.


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Totally agree, the lack of incentives to market the So-Kor brands were a big disadvantage. Luckily, more people are seeing how viable this option can be when it comes to vehicle choices.

Let's have more reliable cars on the road please. No more of the brand-conscious sheeple.

[bloowolf]

I am not sure, but what I understand with Ceramic & glass coatings is the durability & resistance to scratches & swirls. I dunno whether these new diy sealers & sprays are true ceramic coatings. Do they protect from swirls? South Casa offers those ceramic coating from Korea & the durability will depend on the number of coats put on. I think the totl is 5 years. I also saw a car that has a 3 y/o coating & I noticed there are no swirls, but the finish is dull. Maybe because of the no need to wax claim?
What I currently use is the 3M Synthetic Paint Protectant which is also a sealer.


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[black0men007]

I am not sure, but what I understand with Ceramic & glass coatings is the durability & resistance to scratches & swirls. I dunno whether these new diy sealers & sprays are true ceramic coatings. Do they protect from swirls? South Casa offers those ceramic coating from Korea & the durability will depend on the number of coats put on. I think the totl is 5 years. I also saw a car that has a 3 y/o coating & I noticed there are no swirls, but the finish is dull. Maybe because of the no need to wax claim?
What I currently use is the 3M Synthetic Paint Protectant which is also a sealer.


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That's what I thought as well (protection from scratches and swirls) that is why I got one. but in my case, I don't think it protects from swirls and scratches. Maybe because my car is black or maybe because of the choice of ceramic coating shop.

I am now considering getting the self-healing ppf but I need to save. medyo pricey

[sparc179]

Found another QL in my neck of the woods. Saw it twice on the road today and so happens we both parked near the local LBC.

I don't recognize the mags though. First time I've seen this variation.

Master B, any thoughts? 2016 or 17 ?

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[bloowolf]

Found another QL in my neck of the woods. Saw it twice on the road today and so happens we both parked near the local LBC.

I don't recognize the mags though. First time I've seen this variation.

Master B, any thoughts? 2016 or 17 ?

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Thanks for your vote of confidence, haha, but I have no idea what model year. Definitely not a 2018 SL or 2017 LX unless they swapped rims.


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[sparc179]

Thanks for your vote of confidence, haha, but I have no idea what model year. Definitely not a 2018 SL or 2017 LX unless they swapped rims.


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But....but.... you're the resident QL expert sir!

Hehe, just pulling your leg sir Bloo.

I was surprised lang kasi first time ko nakita ganyang mags sa QL. Usually they're the spoke-like design.

And these look bigger than 17 inches. Possibly 18s or even 19s.



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[Luap]

But....but.... you're the resident QL expert sir!

Hehe, just pulling your leg sir Bloo.

I was surprised lang kasi first time ko nakita ganyang mags sa QL. Usually they're the spoke-like design.

And these look bigger than 17 inches. Possibly 18s or even 19s.



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Those are Grand Carnival rims. 18s

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[sparc179]

Those are Grand Carnival rims. 18s

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Kaya pala parang ngayon ko lang nakita sa isang Sporty. Haha!

Thanks for the clarification Master Luap. [emoji16]

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[black0men007]

Found another QL in my neck of the woods. Saw it twice on the road today and so happens we both parked near the local LBC.

I don't recognize the mags though. First time I've seen this variation.

Master B, any thoughts? 2016 or 17 ?

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probably not 2017. 2017 doesn't have the light thing (not sure what its called) on the front fender.

[black0men007]

CROWDSOURCING lang mga boss. Anyone here had their HUs replaced? Recommendation lang sana sa marunong mag install. already have the head unit. I just need to find a tech who can install it. TIA