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The 20 Cars Most Likely To Last 200,000 Miles
We have the list of vehicles that mostly likely will reach the 200K milestone (average) from analyzed listings of 30 million used vehicles - from the past year (2013).
If you want to go the distance, your best choice is the Ford F-250, followed by the Chevy Silverado 2500HD. If you want an SUV that will hit 200,000 miles, take the Chevy Suburban. For a regular car, take the Honda Accord.
Longest Running Cars (excluding SUVs and Trucks)
1. Honda Accord
2. Subaru Legacy Models
3. Toyota Avalon
4. Honda Odyssey
5. Nissan Maxima
6. Toyota Camry
7. Ford Taurus
8. Honda Civic
9. Acura TL
10. Subaru Outback
Longest Running Cars (excluding Trucks)
1. Chevrolet Suburban
2. Toyota 4Runner
3. Ford Expedition
4. Chevrolet Tahoe
5. GMC Yukon XL
6. Toyota Sequoia
7. GMC Yukon
8. Honda Accord
9. Dodge Durango
10. Subaru Legacy
Longest Running Cars With 200,000 Miles Average
1. Ford F250 Super Duty
2. Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
3. Chevrolet Suburban
4. Toyota 4Runner
5. Ford Expedition
6. GMC Sierra 2500HD
7. Chevrolet Tahoe
8. GMC Yukon XL
9. Toyota Sequoia
10. GMC Sierra 1500
11. GMC Yukon
12. Honda Accord
13. Dodge Durango
14. Subaru Legacy
15. Toyota Tacoma
16. Toyota Avalon
17. Ford Explorer
18. Ford 150
19. Lincoln Navigator
20. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
The 10 Most Reliable Used Cars - Based on Make and Model
2010 Toyota Corolla
The Corolla consistently ranks reliability studies and analysis. It has few problems, and the average cost of repairs is $283.13. Despite highly publicized safety recalls, Toyota is a reliable manufacturer.
2008 Ford Taurus
Ford's ranking were was by older vehicles such as the discontinued Windstar minivan. But the Taurus scored high, with a low frequency of repairs and very low repair costs averaging $141.17.
2008 Toyota Yaris
The tiny Yaris is a good bet, based on analysis of vehicle repairs. It had a low incidence of "check-engine" problems and the average repair cost is $259.33.
2009 Honda Pilot
The Pilot is one of the most reliable full-size SUV on the road. Average repair costs are just $141.
2009 Honda Accord
The Accord has a low failure rate and modest repair costs ($201.74) and itearned it a Top 10 ranking.
2010 Subaru Forester
Subaru has some of the most dependable vehicles on the road, and Subaru owners hang on to them longer than most other brands. The Forester rarely needs repairs, and when it does, the average cost is $116.33.
2007 Lexus ES 350
The Lexus ES 350 is rated the most reliable luxury model with average repair costs of $377.71. A "check engine" light is fairly rare in this car.
2011 Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai had the lowest average repair cost for the Top 10 manufacturers, at $271.86. Toyota's average, by comparison, was $490.72. But Toyotas have fewer repair incidents, so it outranks Hyundai overall. The Sonata, with average repair costs of $336.30, was the top-ranked vehicle from the Korean manufacturer.
2011 Chevrolet Impala
The Impala have had few problems and the average repair costs was $184.30.
2010 Subaru Outback
Subaru had two cars in the Top 10. The Outback holds up well, and repair costs average just $110.43. A testament to the longevity of Subarus: the most common repair is replacement of the catalytic converter, a part which fails only after extensive wear and tear.
These are the the most popular and the most significant sedan brands:
1. Chevrolet -
Chevrolet is an iconic, all-American brand. Chevy offerings include every size and type, from the small Chevrolet Aveo sedan to the eye-candy Corvette and the giant Suburban SUV. The brand now offers really competitive models such as the latest generation of the Chevrolet Malibu sedan and Chevrolet Silverado pickup.
2. Ford -
In recent years, Ford has made good use of its global resources to create good-handling sedans such as the mid-sized Ford Fusion and large Ford Taurus, formerly called the Five Hundred.
3. Honda -
For years, Honda made a name for itself, selling just two vehicles in the U.S., the Civic and Accord. While it now competes in other markets, its Honda Civic and Honda Accord remain popular for its high quality, reasonably priced, and excellent reliability.
4. Infiniti -
Infiniti is Nissan's upscale brand. It long struggled in the shadow of Lexus. Lately, it has been impressive with its driving qualities, powertrains, and interior design for its Infiniti G and Infiniti M sedans.
5. Lexus -
Toyota’s flagship, the Lexus LS sedan is known for its quiet, supple suspension and Swiss-watch reliability. Lexus sedans are also known for overly light steering feel and sound handling.
6. Mercedes-Benz -
The Mercedes-Benz models have excellent powertrains; give crisp handling, and great comfortable ride.
7. Nissan -
Nissan is famed for its excellent engines, especially its V6s. It has made marked improvements in interior quality and packaging, and the latest Nissan Altima is a standout in the competitive family sedan segment because of reliability.
8. Toyota -
Toyota has a reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation. As a full-range manufacturer, the Toyota Camry has been the best selling sedan in the U.S. despite criticisms about light steering and bland styling.
9. Volkswagen -
A specialist in small and midsized cars, Volkswagen can be counted on for excellent fit and finish, crisp handling, and good ride composure. These cars are so good and fun to drive.
10. BMW -
BMW has long set the standard for the cars' agility, handling finesse, sophisticated engineering, and impeccable fit and finish.
11. Audi -Audi is Volkswagen's premium-car marque, distinguished by the wide availability of its all-wheel-drive system, called Audi Quattro. The lineup includes the upscale compact Audi A4, the mid-sized luxury Audi A6 and large ultra-luxury Audi A8.
These are the most popular and the most significant pickup truck brands in the U.S. The Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey dominate, based on recent truck performance and reliability.
1. GMC and Chevrolet -
GM and Chevrolet both have compact pickup trucks - the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Yukon. They have the full-sized Silverado and Sierra which come with V8 powertrains that deliver good performance, and give responsive handling and a steady ride. There is the Chevrolet Avalanche and Cadillac Escalade EXT crew-cab pickup trucks that does wonders for the ride.
2. Dodge -
Dodge offers a compact Dodge Dakota and full-sized Dodge Ram. The Dakota is a mid-sized truck with a V8 engine. The Ram comes in several flavors: big and bigger. The most popular configuration is the 1500 series. Recently redesigned, it offers a pleasant ride and quiet interior.
3. Ford -
Ford's compact pickup truck is called the Ford Ranger. Ford also offers the Ford Explorer Sport-Trac, which is essentially an Explorer SUV with an open bed behind the rear seats. The F-Series full-sized pickup truck historically has been a good truck with sound handling and well-finished cab. The Ford F-Series, like GM's and Dodge's, comes in heavy-duty versions designed for commercial use.
4. Nissan -
The Ford Frontier offers a V6, so equipped, the truck is quick and nimble. Nissan's full-sized entry, the Ford Titan, has a large cabin, responsive handling, and a V8 powertrain.
5. Honda -
Honda's pickup truck is the Honda Ridgeline. The tailgate opens vertically and horizontally, and there's a large trunk accessible from the cargo bed. The Ridgeline has its unique features; agile handling; and above-average reliability.
6. Toyota -
Toyota's compact is the Toyota Tacoma, notable for extremely capable off-roading. It has sound handling and a refined powertrain. Toyota's other pickup truck, the full-sized Toyota Tundra, is a very pleasant truck to drive. Its powerful V8 was adapted from Lexus sedans, and its six-speed automatic transmission was a first for a pickup truck. It has a rear back-up camera on the high-end version.
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