J.D. Power Awards

2012 Performance Midsize Premium Sporty Car Awards

According to verified new-vehicle owners, listed below are the top-ranked 2012 Midsize Premium Sporty Car models in performance and driving experience, measuring how gratifying a vehicle is to own and drive.

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Porsche 911

Among Premium Sporty Cars, the voracious 2012 Porsche 911 was the top-ranked model in performance and driving experience.

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Research 2012 J.D. Power Performance contenders

In the chart below, you can get all the details for all Midsize Premium Sporty Cars that were rated for performance and driving experience in 2012.

2012 Porsche 911

2012 Chevrolet Corvette

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2012 Porsche 911

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2012 Chevrolet Corvette

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In performance and driving experience, the stylish 2012 Audi A6 ranked highest in the Midsize Premium Car segment.

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2012 Dodge Challenger

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2012 Volkswagen Passat

In performance and driving experience, the slick 2012 Volkswagen Passat ranked highest (in a tie) in the Midsize Car segment.

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Other J.D. Power ratings and awards

2012 J.D. Power quality award

Awarded to the brand who had the fewest problems reported by 100 car owners during the first 90 days of ownership.

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2012 J.D. Power dependability award

Awarded to the brand who had the fewest problems reported by 100 car owners during the last 12 months with their 3-year old vehicle.

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2012 J.D. Power dealers award

Awarded to the dealer performance, both in terms of vehicle servicing (i.e., service initiation; service facility; vehicle pickup; and service quality) as well as the sales experience (i.e., dealer personnel; delivery process; and dealership facility).

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2012 J.D. Power resale ratings

The resale rating is based on the vehicle average annual depreciation over 5 years.

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