The build quality of Japanese cars is ranked from best to worst, with Toyota and Lexus at the top due to their manufacturing efficiency and continuous improvement processes. Honda is placed second, noted for solid engineering, though its panel fit and paint quality are slightly below Toyota's. Mazda secures third place, lauded for manufacturing innovation and superior panel alignment and paint quality compared to Honda. Subaru closely follows, recognized for robust quality control and long-term reliability. Nissan and Mitsubishi are at the bottom, sharing manufacturing practices and models, with Nissan's quality having declined due to financial challenges. Automotive engineer David from Automotive Press shares insights from his extensive factory visits, also noting that Hyundai and Kia are nearly on par with Japanese brands.
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