J.D. Power Awards

2012 dependability compact multi purpose vehicle Awards

According to verified new-vehicle owners, listed below are the top-ranked 2012 Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle models in vehicle dependability, measuring vehicle reliability during the first three years of ownership.

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Scion xB

Ranked highest among Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicles, the unique 2009 Scion xB earned an award in vehicle dependability.

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Research 2012 J.D. Power dependability contenders

In the chart below, you can get all the details for all Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicles that were rated for vehicle dependability in 2012.

2009 Scion xB

2009 Chevrolet HHR

2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2009 Mazda Mazda5

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2009 Scion xB

2009 Chevrolet HHR

2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser

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2009 Mazda Mazda5

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2009 Chevrolet Equinox

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The playful 2012 Scion tC ranked highest in the Compact Sporty Car segment in vehicle dependability.

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Compact Car

2009 Toyota Prius

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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 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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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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