If your considering anything used,you should consider a Jetta or a Camry.Very solid cars and the Jettas are awesome in the snow.After driving the Pre-99 body and the 99+ body,go for the 99+ they really drive smooth and are quick.As for me,no experiences with Kia,but I had experience with the Jetta and Camry's.

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1998 S500
2006 E320 CDI
1963 220S
1994 S500
1995 S500
2005 BMW 545i sport
2007 GL320 CDI
2007 ML320 CDI
1991 Toyota Previa White over Blue
2000 Lexus RX300 White over Beige
2008 Audi Q7 Black Opal over Grey
1993 Toyota T-100 Silver over Grey
2002 Chevy 2500 Express White over Grey