Kia plans to take the automotive world by storm with its new wave of family cars. Hyundai is a vast manufacturing empire eager to grab a chunk of the lucrative Western car market. Both have seen the potential for raising their profiles – and sales – by entering the fashionable four-wheel drive sector. Bob Cooke puts their best offerings to the test. Photos AnthonyButler

Where value for money is king, competition is cut-throat. Nimble newcomers are making big name SUVs dance to their tune, putting the consumer in a powerful position