12 Reliable Cars
What are the most reliable cars that easily last 200,000 miles, That’s what we’re going to find out.
I’m going to share 12 of the most reliable vehicles that are most likely to last over 200,000 miles or over 300,000 kilometers without any major issues.
This data comes from a recent survey by Consumer Reports, but I’m also going to cross-reference the list with other reputable sources like CarEdge and IseeCars, which also have very similar reliability studies.
Honda Civic :
let’s start with the first vehicle that came in the number 12 spot, and that vehicle is the Honda Civic.
The Civic has a very strong reliability track record, and can easily run for over 200,000 miles or 300,000 kilometers with just basic maintenance.
To be on the safe side, however, make sure that you get one with the naturally-aspirated 2-litre four-cylinder engine, which is a solid, simple engine that’s built to last.
Car Edge gives the Civic an A+ rating and predicts that it’ll cost only $1,400 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
And the Civic was in the number 8 spot on the IseeCars list of cars that will last 250,000 miles.
So the consensus is in, the Civic is a safe bet.
Toyota Highlander :
The next vehicle which Consumer Reports put in the number 11 spot is the Toyota Highlander.
Among three-row SUVs, the Highlander is easily one of the safest choices with a strong reputation for reliability that stretches back over 20 years.
Car Edge agrees with Consumer Reports on this one, giving the Highlander an A plus rating and predicts that it’ll cost $1,600 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
the Highlander came in the number 12 spot on the Isee cars list of SUVs that will last 250,000 miles.
Now, to be fair, Toyota did recently replace the Highlander’s really well-proven V6 engine with a newer four-cylindre Highlander turbo.
So it remains to be seen whether the new turbo engine will have the similar longevity as the V6.
It’s less likely, but if you want to be on the safe side, the Highlander hybrid does have a conventional non-turbo engine, which should be incredibly reliable.
Toyota 4runner :
The Next SUV in the number 10 spot should do it, and that is the Toyota 4runner.
The 4runner is known for being one of the most reliable vehicles that you can buy brand new, and frankly, I’m surprised that consumer reports didn’t put it much higher than the number 10 spot.
Car Edge certainly agrees, giving the 4runner an A plus rating and predicts that it’ll cost $1,600 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
But the 4runner did also come in the number 10 spot on the Isee cars list of SUVs that will last a quarter million miles.
So there is consensus on this one.
Ford F150 :
I am a bit surprised, however, to see the vehicle that Consumer Reports put in the number 9 spot, and that vehicle is the Ford F150.
This one is a bit controversial. Although the F150 are certainly capable of running 200,000 miles, whether they can do so trouble-free is a bit up in the air.
The EcoBoost engines can be a bit iffy at high mileage, but The five-litre V8 engine seems to be fairly well-sorted and rather solid at this point.
Car Edge does give the F150 an A rating, but does predict that it’ll cost $2,700 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
But it did come in the number 11 spot on the ISee cars list of trucks that will last a quarter million miles, which admittedly did put it ahead of the Ram 1500 and the GMC Sierra.
Honda Odyssey:
The next vehicle, which consumer reports put in the number 8 spot, is a far more predictable choice.
This, and that is the Honda Odyssey.
The Odyssey is a go-to choice for a reliable minivan, especially if you want a minivan with a proper V6 engine, an option that you can no longer get on its competitor, the Toyota Siena.
The Car Edge agrees on this one, giving the Odyssey an A minus rating and predicts that it’ll cost $2,000 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
And it came just behind the Siena on the Iseecars list of minivans that’ll last a quarter million miles.
So again, there is consensus on this one.
Toyota Corolla:
The next vehicle, which consumer reports, puts in the number seven spot is a compact car, and that is the Toyota Corolla.
that makes the Corolla the most reliable compact car and the one most likely to reach 200,000 miles trouble-free.
Car Edge gives the Corolla an A rating, only costing $1,100 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
Incredibly low. Iseecars, however, did have it a bit further down the list in the number 14th spot.
Even so, I think it’s safe to say that the Carola is an excellent choice for a reliable, long-lasting small car.
Toyota Tundra :
And next up in the number 6 spot, we have another truck, and that is the Toyota Tundra.
Historically, the Tundra has been the safest choice for those that want a reliable, full-size truck that will last an eternity.
It’s just free of the hit or miss type issues that are common with all the domestic brand trucks.
Car Edge agrees on this one, giving the Tundra an A rating and predicts it’ll cost $2,000 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
It came in third place on the Isee cars list of vehicles that’ll last a quarter million miles.
But even though the sources do agree on this one, much of this data is based on the previous generation Tundra with the V8 engine.
The current generation Tundra now has a twin turbo V6, and it’s too early to tell whether the long-term reliability is going to be like.
Toyota Tacoma :
But consumer reports does seem to have a pattern going on with their picks on the list because the next vehicle in the number 5 spot is the Toyota Tacoma.
Again, not a surprising choice. Tacomas are legendary for their incredible reliability and are definitely a no-brainer among mid size trucks.
Iseecars put the Tacoma in the seventh spot among vehicles most likely to last a quarter million miles.
Interestingly, though, Car Edge only gives the Tacoma a B rating.
Like the Tundra, the latest generation Tacoma does now have a turbo engine, so time will tell whether it’ll hold up as well as the previous generation, but I think it’s still a pretty safe choice.
Honda CRV :
The next vehicle, which Consumer Reports is putting in the number 4 spot is the Honda CRV.
The CRV received one of the highest reliability scores in the survey, and it also received an A+ rating from Car Edge, and predicts that it’ll cost $1,900 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
Iseecars also gave it glowing reviews, coming in the number seven spot for SUVs, most likely to reach a quarter million miles, and it came in the 15 spot for all vehicle types overall.
The CRV is an excellent SUV, but I will mention that the 1.5 liter engine does have some report issues.
So I would recommend going with the hybrid to be on the safe side, which is a rock solid choice.
Honda Accord:
Now getting into the top three, The next vehicle that comes in the number three spot is the Honda Accord.
Another predictable choice here, the Accord is legendary for its longevity and no nonsense reliability.
Both Isee cars and CarEdge certainly agree.
The Accord receives an A rating with a predicted cost of $1,500 in maintenance and repairs after five years.
Iseecars put it right next to the CRV for cars most likely to reach a quarter million miles.
Like the CRV, I would recommend going with the hybrid version on this one, which I believe is the safer choice.
Toyota Prius :
And that brings us to the runner-up car that came in second place. And according to consumer reports, that car is the Toyota Prius.
The Prius was the only car that’s exclusively made as a hybrid to make the list, and it received top-notch ratings from every source.
Not only did it receive exceptional It has phenomenal reliability ratings from Consumer Reports, but Car Edge gives it an A plus rating and predicts five-year maintenance and repair costs to only be $1,100 and iseecars gives it a top rating among hybrids with an excellent score as well.
There is a reason why the Prius is so popular among taxi drivers in so many different areas.
These things run forever, and they don’t give you problems. It’s a phenomenal car and a top pick for reliability.
Toyota Camry :
But apparently, there is one other car that’s more likely to hit the 200,000-mile or 300,000-kilometer milestone with even greater ease, and that car is the number one car on the list being the Toyota Camry.
No vehicle in the study received higher praise than this one.
The Camry earned top reliability ratings from both consumer reports and Car Edge, the lowest five-year cost for maintenance and repairs at $1,100, which ties the Prius.
And according to IseeCars, the The only passenger car that’s more likely to beat the Camry to 250,000 miles is the Avalon, which is basically its sister car that’s no longer made.
Like the Prius, this is a popular choice among taxi drivers, and the abuse, the wear and tear, and the mileage that these cars are able to tolerate is incredible.
And this is true, whether you go with the regular version or the hybrid version. So whichever one you’re looking at, the Camry is a winner.
So clearly, we have a trend going on here.
Four of the cars on the consumer reports list were Hondas, and seven of the cars were Toyotas. And the only vehicle on the entire list that was anything else was the Ford F150.