Buick, Chevy, GMC Excel in J.D. Power 2022 Initial Quality Study
Vehicle problems in the first 90 days of ownership can be especially frustrating, but Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC models avoid these issues better than most other brands. All three of General Motors’ mass-market brands ranked well above the industry average in the J.D. Power 2022 Initial Quality Study — including seven models that topped their […]
Cadillac CT5 Tops Segment in 2021 Initial Quality Study
J.D. Power measures the quality of new vehicles each year in its Initial Quality Study. For the 2021 study, the 2021 Cadillac CT5 had the highest quality in the midsize premium car segment. The Top Features of the CT5: Learn about the 2021 model What did the 2021 study reveal? Between 2020 and 2021, new […]
Ram, Dodge Dominate JD Power 2021 Initial Quality Study
Ram and Dodge ranked first and second, respectively, in the J.D. Power 2021 Initial Quality Study. These brands had the smallest number of problems per 100 vehicles during the first 90 days of new vehicle ownership. Take a Look at the Other Awards Won: Recent Stellantis awards How did the brands get high rankings? Ram […]
Mitsubishi Takes the Third Spot in 2021 Initial Quality Study
The J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study looks at the number of problems drivers experience during the first 90 days of new-vehicle ownership. With 144 problems per 100 vehicles, Mitsubishi had the third-best ranking in the 2021 study, indicating that its models have high initial quality. A Comprehensive Overview: Check out the features of the […]
Hyundai Tucson, Veloster No. 1 in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
Two Hyundai vehicles — the Tucson and the Veloster — claimed the No. 1 ranking for their segments in the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. Meet the 2020 Tucson: Learn more about Hyundai’s award-winning SUV The Hyundai Tucson took the top initial quality score in the compact SUV segment, while the Veloster landed atop […]
Cadillac CT5 Wins Its Segment in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
The Cadillac CT5 is off to an outstanding start, picking up a No. 1 ranking among midsize premium sedans in the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. High-Tech Newcomer: Learn about the cutting-edge systems included with the Cadillac CT5 In just its first year of availability, the CT5 outperformed luxury rivals like Mercedes, BMW, and […]
Genesis Tops Premium Brands in J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality Study
Genesis is the top premium brand in the J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality Study, which looks at the cars that have the least amount of problems for brand new owners. This is the fourth consecutive year that Genesis tops the study. According to J.D. Power, Genesis vehicle owners experience 17 fewer problems per 100 vehicles […]
Chevy Sonic Is No. 1 in 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
The 2020 Chevy Sonic has garnered some noteworthy accolades. Not only is it one of U.S. News and World Report’s best options for a new car, but it also came in first place on this year’s J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. Confidence Boost: Discover the advantages of OnStar technology The Sonic dominates 2020 J.D. Power […]
Mitsubishi Places Sixth in 2020 Initial Quality Study
J.D. Power recently conducted its U.S. Initial Quality Study for 2020, in which Mitsubishi not only placed sixth overall but also was recognized as the highest-ranking Japanese brand in the automotive industry. An Affordable Option: 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander receives Five-Year Cost to Own Award How Mitsubishi performed in the study The 2020 Initial Quality Study […]
Dodge Ranks No. 1 in 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
For the first time in history, a domestic brand — Dodge — has earned the top spot in the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. And, that’s just the start of the good news for FCA. Available Now: 2020 Dodge Journey “The Initial Quality Study is the industry benchmark for new-vehicle quality and, year after […]
Ford Scores High Marks in J.D. Power 2019 Initial Quality Study
Ford scored the No. 4 spot overall in the J.D. Power 2019 Initial Quality Study and was the highest-ranked American brand on the list. Ford averaged 83 problems per 100 vehicles, up from last year’s record-best 81 PP100, which was 10 PP100 below the industry average. With Lincoln taking the No. 5 spot with a […]
Lincoln Makes Top Five in J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality Study
Lincoln Motor Company scored the No. 5 spot in the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality Study. With a score of 84 problems per 100 vehicles (PP100), Lincoln stands as the top-ranked American luxury brand and the second highest-ranked American brand overall. The J.D. Power IQS ranks vehicles on their quality within the first 90 […]
Genesis Dominates 2019 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
An annual industry study that tracks the quality of new vehicles has once again ranked Genesis No. 1. For the second straight year, Genesis is the top premium brand and top overall automotive brand among customers surveyed in the J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS). “Our customers are number one — period — so […]
Hyundai Climbs Ladder in J.D. Power 2018 Initial Quality Study
J.D. Power has completed its annual Initial Quality Study, and Hyundai made out pretty well, with a smattering of awards across a couple areas. Very Nice: Check out the new Hyundai Kona’s advanced design The first, most general award went to Hyundai as a whole, as the study found the brand ranked second-highest out of […]
Kia Earns Fourth Year Nod as JD Power’s Initial Quality Study Highest Ranked Mass Market Brand
With a reported score of 72 problems per 100 vehicles, Kia Motors has snagged the title as the highest ranked non-premium brand by the study that sets automotive standards, J.D. Power’s 2018 Initial Quality Study. This is the fourth year in a row that Kia has risen to the top. Learn More: Soul and Sorento […]
Three Nissan Vehicles Earn Top Marks in JD Power 2018 Initial Quality Study
The 2018 Nissan Frontier, Maxima, and Altima are all standouts in the J.D. Power 2018 Initial Quality Study, and the automaker’s Smyrna manufacturing plant also has reason to be proud after earning a Bronze designation. Learn More: 2018 Nissan Maxima named on list of fastest cars for the money “The 2018 J.D. Power Initial Quality […]
Ford Earns Highest Score Ever in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, No. 2 Overall Ranking
Ford pulled down the highest overall it has ever received in the recently released 2018 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, ranking No. 2 among all automakers for a second straight year. Ford scored four out of five in terms of overall quality, earning a perfect score in the features and accessories design quality category and […]
Ford Grabs Three Awards in J.D. Power 2017 Thailand Initial Quality Study
J.D. Power released its 2017 Thailand Initial Quality Study at the end of November, revealing Ford to be the winner for overall quality in three key segments. Measured by the number of problems that occur per 100 vehicles (PP100), the Ford Everest topped the large SUV segment, the Ford Ranger Hi-Rider X-Cab topped the pickup […]