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The most satisfying cars in America
May 21, 2018
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AutoPacific's Vehicle Satisfaction Award Recipients
Each year, AutoPacific surveys thousands of car owners to determine which vehicles and brands people were most pleased with. This year, the organization received responses from over 54,000 owners, and the results are rather interesting. Japanese and Korean cars tied for most awards with three apiece. European makes only took two, and just one American car appeared on the list.
The most satisfying car company may also come as a surprise. Lincoln came out on top. This is impressive for two reasons. One, it surpassed Tesla, last year's champ, a company known for having whiz-bang cars and doing house calls for service. Two, none of Lincoln's line-up took home one of the class awards. To see the recipients of the awards, click ahead.
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Economy Car: Nissan Versa
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Compact Car: Honda Civic
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Premium Compact Car: Mini Clubman
The Mini Clubman is perhaps an unusual car to find in the premium compact segment, but it's not undeserving of a satisfaction award. It's easily the most practical of the Mini line, and it still delivers on the company's renowned handling. We also found the Clubman to have some of the best ride quality on a Mini so far.- Image Credit: Michael Austin
Midsize Car: Kia Optima
The juggernauts that are the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord were unable to bring home AutoPacific's satisfaction award. Instead, the Kia Optima took the honors. We've long been fond of the Korean family sedan, thanks to its gorgeous interior, efficient powertrains, and good ride and handling balance.- Image Credit: Kia
Large Car: Kia Cadenza
It seems as though the large, not-quite-luxury segment continues to shrink each year. In fact, Hyundai just ditched the Azera for 2018. Still, veterans such as the Chevy Impala and Toyota Avalon remain. And the upstart Kia Cadenza beat them. When we drove the Cadenza, we weren't as enthused by it as its owners seem to be. It was "fine" but it didn't seem to move the bar for the segment.- Image Credit: Brandon Turkus
Luxury Midsize Car: Nissan Maxima
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Aspirational Luxury Car: Volvo S60/V60
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Luxury Car: Genesis G90
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Sporty Car: Dodge Challenger
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