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J.D. Power Awards
See 2018 Highest dependability Ratings By Brand
Each year, J.D. Power recognizes the highest-ranked overall brand in vehicle dependability.
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See 2018 J.D. Power dependability award winners
Buick
Based on the durability of its entire lineup of cars and SUVs, Buick is the most dependable brand in 2018 according to J.D. Power research.
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Lexus
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Research 2018 J.D. Power dependability contenders
Curious to see how all automotive brands stacked up in vehicle dependability in 2018? See the chart below.
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Other J.D. Power ratings and awards
2018 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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2018 J.D. Power performance award
Awarded to the brand with the highest new car owner design and performance ratings after the first 90 days of ownership.
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2018 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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2018 J.D. Power depreciation ratings
The depreciation rating is based on the vehicle average annual depreciation over 5 years.
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