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Kia is a Two-Time Top Overall Brand in Initial Quality: See Why
By Product Expert | Posted in General Information, Kia Awards on Thursday, September 21st, 2017 at 2:31 pm
Top J.D. Power IQS Models 2017 Kia Cadenza Forte Niro Sorento Soul
Did you know that Kia has been the top auto brand in vehicle initial quality the past two years, according to the J.D. Power Initial Quality Study (IQS)? This means that Kia vehicles as a brand have the fewest issues that need to be fixed in the first three months of vehicle ownership, which came from a survey of more than 77,000 people for the 2017 study. The 2016 study had a similar number of respondents.
So to celebrate this great news, we have a rundown of features and benefits for the five Kia models that were highest ranked in their segments in the 2017 IQS, which include the 2017 Kia Soul, Sorento, Niro, Cadenza and Forte.
Research: Kia’s J.D. Power IQS Results
See More About Kia’s IQS Honor
2017 Kia Cadenza:
“Highest Ranked Large Car in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power in its 2017 Initial Quality Study
- Also the highest ranked vehicle overall in the 2017 IQS.
- 290 horsepower.
- 20 mpg city, 28 mpg highway.
- Redesigned exterior, with two front grille options – “Diamond Butterfly” and “Intaglio.”
- Also named an IIHS Top Safety Pick.
- Also named to U.S. News & World Report’s “2017 Best Cars for Families” list.
- Spacious interior, with 107.8 cubic feet for five passengers.
2017 Kia Forte:
“Highest Ranked Compact Car in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power in its 2017 Initial Quality Study
- Fine fuel economy with 29 mpg city, 38 mpg highway.
- 147 base HP, 164 top HP.
- New S trim for 2017 model year with sporty design accents.
- Also named an IIHS Top Safety Pick.
2017 Kia Niro:
“Highest Ranked Small SUV in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power in its 2017 Initial Quality Study
- First-ever model year for the hybrid that averages 52 mpg city, 49 mpg highway base, and more than 40 mpg in all of its trims.
- Available heated, ventilated front seats.
- 54.5 cubic feet for cargo.
- 139 combined HP from its combination gas engine and electric motor.
Be an Eco-Hero with the Kia Niro
2017 Kia Sorento:
“Highest Ranked Midsize SUV in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power in its 2017 Initial Quality Study
- Kia’s standard-bearer for its SUV line, with seven trim levels and room for seven.
- 21 mpg city, 28 mpg highway base.
- Tows up to 5,000 pounds.
- Cargo room up to 73.5 cubic feet.
- Also named an IIHS Top Safety Pick.
- Also made U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Cars for the Money” list for 2017.
2017 Kia Soul:
“Highest Ranked Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power in its 2017 Initial Quality Study
- The iconic “hamster box” strikes again with the same fun features, but more power.
- New turbo engine in its Exclaim (!) trim, with 201 HP.
- Fuel economy starts at 25 mpg city, 30 mpg highway and jumps up to 26 mpg city, 31 mpg highway in the Exclaim trim.
- Great cargo room for a crossover with 61.3 cubic feet available.
- Other praise includes: Parents Magazine and Edmunds “10 Best Family Cars of 2017”; Consumer Guide “2017 Best Buys.”
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