Top Ranked New Cars in Initial Quality by Vehicle Class

Midsize Premium SUV: Lincoln MKX

The Midsize Premium SUV category was led by the Lincoln MKX, which reported less problems than the Porsche Cayenne which finished second. In third place was the Infiniti QX70. Standard features on the Lincoln MKX include a 3.7-liter V6 engine with 305 hp and a six-speed automatic transmission, netting 17 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway. Safety features include four-wheel anti-lock brakes, side-seat mounted airbags, Safety Canopy System curtain first and second row overhead airbags and airbag occupancy sensor.