The 2022 ranking is established based on the average results of 17 criteria. Among them, for example, engine, in method of transmission or even embedded technology. And since the vast majority of vehicles are also sold in France, the results of the rating are interesting to decipher.
From all categories of vehicles, hybrid cars and sedans were recognized as the most reliable. And, as in 2021, it is Asian builders which gain positions and move up in the ranking. In effect, seven out of ten marks their more reliable is Japanese Where korean ! Let’s take a closer look at the rating.
Which builders have the highest rating?
This is a builder Toyota takes first place. Only one model, the Tundra below average rating due to leaks, body, paint and finish issues. But never mind, it’s a big pickup that’s not for sale here! The same, RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid got only an average grade. On the other hand, all other Toyota models shine with an above-average rating. The Corolla hybrid takes first place and was recognized as the most reliable model this year. Then it’s a brand Lexus who takes second place. A subsidiary of Toyota, it’s no big surprise that we see Lexus rise to second place in the Consumer Reports 2022 ranking.
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Strangely enough, we notice the arrival BMW in third place. If in 2021 the brand was not even in the top 10, now it is on the podium. The reason lies in the following models: BMW X3, X5, X7 and 5 series received a reliability rating above “average”. Mazda ranks fourth, behind him Honda. Next comes another German brand, Audi, which ranks sixth. This good result boosted the Audi A5, which received an excellent reliability score. Designer Subaru ranks seventh. Acura in eighth place Kia in the ninth Lincoln in tenth place.
Who are the most mediocre builders?
Consumer Report 2022 also reports on the manufacturers with the worst ratings by their owners. We find among the last students in the rating You are here which has risen four positions compared to last year to rank 19. More surprisingly, volkswagen is almost at the end of the rating, on 22nd place. However, this is a small consolation, because the brand is not in the last place, as in 2021. Takes the penultimate place Jeepwho will also launch marketing with us avengers, small electric city SUV. In contrast, mercedes broke the record by taking the last place for the first time (24th place). Respondents are increasingly reporting electronic malfunctions.
Top 10 model reliability according to owners:
- Toyota
- Lexus
- BMW
- Mazda
- Honda
- Audi
- Subaru
- Acura
- Kia
- Lincoln
Source: Auto Plus
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