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Research 2018 Highest Quality Ratings

The 2018 J.D. Power Quality ratings and awards are based on feedback of verified car owners who have owned or leased their new car for 90 days. This rating focuses on problems experienced by verified owners and has been shown over the years to be an excellent predictor of long-term durability. Simply put, the fewer the problems, the higher the score.
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See Highest rated Quality brands

Genesis
For the first time, Korean luxury brand Genesis tops the J.D. Power initial quality rankings in 2018.
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Kia
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See Highest Quality small vehicles
Generally efficient and affordable, a small car or SUV can be a smart choice in a vehicle. In 2018, these were the top-ranked models in initial quality.
2018 Award Winners
Small Premium SUV
2018 BMW X1
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Small Car
2018 Kia Rio
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Small Premium Car
2018 Acura ILX
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Small SUV
2018 Hyundai Tucson
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Looking for a compact car or SUV that boasts high quality? These models ranked highest in their respective segments in initial quality in 2018.
2018 Award Winners
Compact SUV
2018 Buick Envision
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Compact Premium Car
2018 BMW 4 Series
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Compact Car
2018 Toyota Corolla
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Compact Premium SUV
2018 Lincoln MKC
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See Highest Quality midsize vehicles
In terms of quality, the following 2018 midsize cars and SUVs ranked highest in their respective segments.
2018 Award Winners
Midsize Pickup
2018 Nissan Frontier
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Midsize Car
2018 Nissan Altima
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Midsize SUV
2018 Kia Sorento
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Midsize Premium SUV
2018 BMW X6
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Midsize Premium Car
2018 Lincoln Continental
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Midsize Sporty Car
2018 Ford Mustang
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See Highest Quality large vehicles
The large cars and SUVs listed below were the highest-ranked 2018 models in their respective segments in terms of quality, based on feedback from original owners.
2018 Award Winners
Large Heavy Duty Pickup
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
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Large Light Duty Pickup
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Minivan
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
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Large Car
2018 Nissan Maxima
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Large SUV
2018 Ford Expedition
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Large Premium Car
2018 Genesis G90
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Top-Rated 2018 Small SUVs in Quality
This buyer’s guide contains the top-rated 2018 Small SUVs in initial quality. Each model earned a Power Circle Rating of 4 or 5 out of a possible 5 for initial quality during the first 90 days of ownership.
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Top-Rated 2018 Trucks in Quality
This buyer’s guide highlights the top-rated pickup trucks for 2018. Each model earns 5 out of a possible 5 Power Circles for initial quality.
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New-vehicle quality is at its highest level ever, having improved by 4% in the past year, according to the J.D. Power 2018 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS).
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