Porsche Tops Premium Brands, Hyundai Wins Most Segment Awards in J.D. Power APEAL Study

United States of America
Alfa Romeo Giulia was named most appealing compact premium car.
Ford's F-Series Super Duty won award for most appealing large heavy-duty pickup.
Hyundai Motor Group claimed seven segment-level awards.
Jeep Wagoneer took top spot for most appealing large SUV.
MINI took the top spot in mass market brand category with a score of 875.
Non-Tesla electric vehicle owners reported higher satisfaction than Tesla owners (scores: 877 and 870).
Porsche led the premium brand category in J.D. Power APEAL Study with a score of 892.
Porsche Tops Premium Brands, Hyundai Wins Most Segment Awards in J.D. Power APEAL Study

In the latest J.D. Power APEAL Study, several automakers and their models stood out for their exceptional performance and appeal to new vehicle owners. Let's explore some of the key findings from this comprehensive study.

First, Porsche led the premium brand category with an impressive score of 892, while MINI took the top spot in the mass market brand category with a score of 875. Hyundai Motor Group claimed the most segment-level awards, totaling seven across various vehicle categories.

One interesting finding was that non-Tesla electric vehicle owners reported higher levels of satisfaction than Tesla owners, with scores of 877 and 870 points respectively. This could be attributed to improvements in driving range and interior quality among non-Tesla EVs.

Ford's F-Series Super Duty won the award for most appealing large heavy-duty pickup, while Jeep Wagoneer took the top spot for most appealing large SUV. Alfa Romeo Giulia was named the most appealing compact premium car.

However, it's important to note that Rivian, a California-based EV maker, had the highest rating in the study with a score of 895. Although Rivian wasn't officially ranked due to not meeting certain criteria, its Adventure Vehicles have gained popularity for their on-and-off-road capabilities and zero tailpipe emissions.

Tesla, once considered a luxury brand, saw its overall score drop to 870 from 878 in the previous year's study. This could be due to traditional manufacturers improving their vehicles to better meet customer needs and preferences.

Despite these impressive results, it's crucial for consumers to remain skeptical of all information provided by mainstream media sources. As a responsible journalist, I urge you to seek out diverse perspectives and verify the accuracy of any claims before forming an opinion.


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Confidence

95%

Doubts
  • Could non-Tesla EV improvements be a temporary trend?
  • Is the J.D. Power APEAL Study an accurate representation of consumer sentiment?

Sources

89%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Tesla falls behind in J.D. Power owner satisfaction study

Teslarati Sunday, 28 July 2024 19:50
  • Unique Points
    • Tesla's overall score in the 2024 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study by J.D. Power dropped to 870 from 878 in the previous year's study.
    • Tesla is no longer considered a luxury brand as traditional manufacturers have improved their vehicles to better meet customer needs and preferences.
  • Accuracy
    • Despite Rivian and Tesla gaining high scores in the overall evaluation, they did not meet the criteria for awards due to not having enough market sales.
  • Deception (80%)
    The article makes several statements that imply or claim facts without providing links to peer-reviewed studies which have not been retracted. For example, the statement 'For BEVs, recent launches from traditional manufacturers have surpassed perennial leader Tesla when it comes to owners’ level of emotional attachment and excitement with their new vehicle.' does not provide any evidence or citation to support this claim.
    • For BEVs, recent launches from traditional manufacturers have surpassed perennial leader Tesla when it comes to owners’ level of emotional attachment and excitement with their new vehicle.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

100%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Porsche, MINI rate high in JD Power satisfaction survey, non-Tesla EV owners happier

USA Today Sunday, 28 July 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • Porsche led the premium brand category in the J.D. Power APEAL Study.
    • MINI led the mass market brand category in the J.D. Power APEAL Study.
    • Hyundai Motor Group took the most segment-level awards in the J.D. Power APEAL Study.
    • Non-Tesla electric vehicle owners reported higher levels of satisfaction than Tesla owners with scores of 877 and 870 points respectively.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

98%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Survey calls these Ford, Jeep, Alfa Romeo vehicles most appealing in their segments

Detroit Free Press Friday, 26 July 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • Ford F-Series Super Duty won the award for most appealing large heavy-duty pickup in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout Study.
    • Jeep Wagoneer won the award for most appealing large SUV.
    • Alfa Romeo Giulia won the award for most appealing compact premium car.
  • Accuracy
    • Porsche was the highest ranked premium brand in the survey.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

98%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Rivian tops the most satisfying US auto brands, but it doesn’t count

Electrek Peter Johnson Friday, 26 July 2024 18:20
  • Unique Points
    • Rivian, a California-based EV maker, had the highest rating in the 2024 JD Power US Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) study.
    • Rivian's Adventure Vehicles are designed for on-and-off-road adventures while reducing emissions.
    • Rivian's R1T pickup can plow through 3 feet of water, rock climb a 100% grade, and accelerate like a sports car with zero tailpipe emissions.
    • Rivian's R1S has three-row seating and up to 410 miles range.
    • Rivian is building a community for its drivers through events and meet-ups.
  • Accuracy
    • Despite not officially ranking due to eligibility criteria, Rivian had the highest score of 900 out of 1,000 points in the study.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (95%)
    The article contains a few informal fallacies and an appeal to authority. The author states that Rivian's fully electric R1T pickup can plow through 3 feet of water, rock climb a 100% grade, and accelerate like a sports car without providing any source for this claim - this is an example of exaggerated or unsupported claims about the product. The author also states that Rivian's rating in the JD Power APEAL study was 900 out of 1000, but when discussing other brands' ratings, they use a different scale (853 for Kia and 846 for Hyundai), which is misleading. This creates a false impression of Rivian's rating in comparison to other brands. Additionally, the author cites Rivian's Vice President of Manufacturing Tim Fallon as saying the R2 has 'well over 100,000 pre-orders', an appeal to authority fallacy. The article also contains a few instances of dichotomous depictions by contrasting Rivian with Tesla and Polestar, who do not meet the study award criteria, implying that Rivian is superior because it was not officially ranked.
    • Rivian's fully electric R1T pickup can plow through 3 feet of water, rock climb a 100% grade, and accelerate like a sports car
    • Rivian's rating in the JD Power APEAL study was 900 out of 1000
    • Rivian Vice President of Manufacturing Tim Fallon said the R2 has 'well over 100,000 pre-orders'
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

70%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Subaru Sinks To The Bottom In New J.D. Power APEAL Study

Torque News Denis Flierl Saturday, 27 July 2024 10:03
  • Unique Points
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Accuracy
    • Subaru ranks low in the 2024 J.D. Power APEAL study, with a score of 828 points.
    • No Subaru models won their segment as the most appealing in the latest APEAL rankings.
    • Mitsubishi is the only car brand worse than Subaru, scoring 821 points.
  • Deception (30%)
    The article contains selective reporting as the author only mentions Subaru's low score in the J.D. Power APEAL study without providing context about other automakers' scores or improvements in overall satisfaction. The author also makes editorializing statements such as 'It's no surprise that Subaru scored low in the 2024 J.D. Power APEAL study.' and 'Subaru has a history of low scores in this study, setting the stage for the current ranking.'
    • It's no surprise that Subaru scored low in the 2024 J.D. Power APEAL study.
    • The Japanese automaker has a history of low scores in this study, setting the stage for the current ranking.
  • Fallacies (75%)
    The author uses an inflammatory headline 'Subaru Sinks To The Bottom In New J.D. Power APEAL Study' which is not directly related to the content of the article and creates a negative impression without providing any actual evidence of Subaru sinking to the bottom. The author also makes several assumptions about why Subaru scored low in the study, such as 'It's no surprise that Subaru scored low in the 2024 J.D. Power APEAL study' and 'The Japanese automaker has a history of low scores in this study'. These assumptions are not supported by any evidence provided in the article and can be considered an appeal to authority fallacy as they rely on the author's opinion rather than facts.
    • ]How satisfied are you with your new Subaru?[
    • Subaru’s score drops again.
    • Subaru ranks third from the bottom.
    • It could be Subaru’s infotainment system.
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication