I am planning to get a Kia cerato, and have been hearing left, right and centre from ppl that Kia maintenance and parts are very expensive, and resale value is poor.

I am guessing I won't have much to worry about during the warranty period, but what about long term? Will I have to burn holes in my pockets in the future just to upkeep the car or is this just a perception that people have from Kia's older models?

maybe u need to change a workshop

well can try either KCM/Autosaver

else Express Mobis for parts, plenty of suppliers at Jln Ipoh/Segambut

so many stars u have there but your current and earlier statement sounds like a joke