Car quality turned on its head as new brands dominate

AutoExec Summary

The J.D. Power Initial Car Quality survey has revealed surprising results, with Korean brands outperforming Japanese and German competitors in initial quality. Genesis, Hyundai’s luxury brand, led with 63 problems per 100 vehicles, followed by Kia and Hyundai. Ford was the top American brand, ranking fourth, while Nissan, Toyota, and Lexus were the best among Japanese brands. Jaguar and Land Rover were at the bottom of the rankings. The survey highlights challenges posed by increasing vehicle technology and driver aids.

Brands mentioned: Genesis, Hyundai, Kia, Ford, Chevrolet, Nissan, Toyota, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Mazda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volkswagen