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J.D. Power IQS Shows Quality of Several Kia Nameplates
By Product Expert | Posted in General Information, Kia Awards on Thursday, July 6th, 2017 at 2:37 pm
2017 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study Results Highest Ranked Kia Models
J.D. Power recently released the results of its annual 2017 Initial Quality Study (IQS) of hundreds of vehicles on the market, after gathering survey responses from new vehicle owners and lessees to see which new models have the fewest problems during the first three months of ownership.
Just like in 2016, Kia finished as the highest-ranked manufacturer in this study in 2017, after all 77,415 responses were collected and tallied. Also, while two Kia models were highest ranked in their vehicle segment in the 2016 IQS, five Kia models achieved this distinction in 2017! Read on to see these highest-ranked, reliable Kia models!
Kia’s Vehicle Satisfaction Awards
“Highest Ranked Large Car in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power: 2017 Kia Cadenza
Highest-ranked vehicle overall in the entire 2017 Initial Quality Study.
Upgraded for 2017, with 23 combined MPG and revamped exterior design.
Specs, Features: 2017 Kia Cadenza
“Highest Ranked Compact Car in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power: 2017 Kia Forte
- Kia’s versatile compact tops out at a robust 32 combined base MPG; also available in new sporty S trim for 2017.
Specs, Features: 2017 Kia Forte
“Highest Ranked Small SUV in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power: 2017 Kia Niro
- New for 2017, this compact hybrid crossover comes with 50 combined base MPG, 54.5 cubic feet for cargo.
Specs, Features: 2017 Kia Niro
“Highest Ranked Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power: 2017 Kia Soul
- Revamped crossover with 28 combined MPG, new turbocharged engine for Exclaim trim with 201 HP.
Specs, Features: 2017 Kia Soul
“Highest Ranked Midsize SUV in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power: 2017 Kia Sorento
- Midsize SUV with 24 combined MPG, tows up to 5,000 lbs., room for up to seven passengers.
Specs, Features: 2017 Kia Sorento
We Have a Long List of Award-Winners at Boucher Kia of Racine WI
We carry a wide variety of new Kia models like the Kia Niro hybrid, Kia Sorento SUV and Kia Forte compact, among other nice vehicles at Boucher Kia of Racine, located at 9601 Washington Avenue in Racine WI! We also serve the area which includes Milwaukee, West Allis and Kenosha. For more information regarding the Kia models on our lot, call (262) 725-4041, check our inventory online or come visit us at the dealership to test drive your favorite model.
