This is from the Associated Press wires.


The top automotive brands in terms of overall quality and their
scores from a survey by San Diego-based Strategic Vision.
Scores are based on a 1,000-point scale, with a higher score
signifying better quality. Customer ratings are based on delight
with ownership experience, perception of quality, future purchase
intent and emotional attachment to the vehicle.

BRAND SCORE
Infiniti 898
Mercedes-Benz 898
Cadillac 896
Jaguar 895
Lexus 894
BMW 893
Acura 886
Audi 883
Lincoln 880
Saab 880
Volkswagen 874
Volvo 873
Saturn 871
Hyundai 868
Nissan 862
Honda 861
Chevrolet 861
INDUSTRY AVG. 858
Mitsubishi 857
GMC 852
Mercury 851
Chrysler 851
Dodge 850
Ford 850
Buick 849
Land Rover 849
Toyota 848
Pontiac 845
Mazda 843
Oldsmobile 838
Subaru 838
Jeep 838
Kia 830
Suzuki 817
Isuzu 808

..Low-volume brands
Mini 903
Hummer 889
Porsche 897

Source: Strategic Vision Inc. 2004 Vehicle Experience Study

(Copyright 2004 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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