Lexus and Kia gave fewest problems, finds latest JD Power study
Premium brands have more complex tech, which increases the likelihood of problems, a study has found
Lexus, Genesis and Kia are respectively the highest ranked automotive brands in the latest JD Power 2023 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) in the US.
The study reports an industry average of 186 problems per 100 (PP100) vehicles, an improvement of six PP100 from 2022. The study examines how 2020 model-year vehicles are currently performing in terms of quality, component replacement and appeal — including those vehicles with new technology — and helps automotive manufacturers design and build better vehicles to stand the test of time and promote higher resale value. A lower PP100 indicates higher performance...
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