Toyota: - Toyota Corolla: Known for its longevity and minimal issues. - Toyota Camry: A midsize sedan that consistently ranks high in reliability. Honda: - Honda Civic: Offers a good balance of performance and reliability. - Honda Accord: Known for its robust build and low maintenance costs. Subaru:
The result of their testing and surveys is a rating system that assigns scores to brands and specific models. These are the top 10 of the most reliable car brands for 2025 and their overall scores, as ranked by Consumer Reports. Surprise, surprise! Subaru, Lexus, and Toyota top the charts.
From a brand perspective, we again see Toyota and Honda on top, followed by Ram, GMC, Chevrolet, Lexus, and Ford all having an above average chance of hitting 250,000 miles. All of these brands' sales are dominated by trucks and/or SUVs, helping them rank above average for longest lasting model lines.
"If you're talking about lifter issues, I would go with Jeep. If you're talking about engine failure, I'll go with Kia." Another employee agreed on Kia's faulty engine issues. "They say that Land Rover is the most prone to having a lot of recalls and a lot of issues," another added.
When it comes to brands, Lithia notes that mechanics say the most dependable auto brands are Honda and Toyota. These cars can, when properly maintained, take you 200,000 miles or more.
1. Honda Civic. TopSpeed ranked the Civic as the most reliable car ever based on its research and owner feedback. Singling out the 1990 model in particular, any used Civic is a popular choice for many reasons, including money-saving ones like top-notch fuel efficiency and affordable entry price.
Toyota's 22R engine is often hailed as one of the most robust and long-lasting engines ever produced. Introduced in the late 1970s, it powered various Toyota models for decades. Owners have reported these engines regularly exceeding 300,000 miles, and some even reaching half a million miles with proper maintenance.
While other luxury car brands have historically struggled to maintain a high level of reliability and vehicle performance, Lexus has remained consistent in their commitment to creating vehicles you can trust. In fact, in 2023 Consumer Reports revealed that Lexus was one of the most reliable brands on the market.
Volvo is the safest car brand in the world because it has consistently proven itself in safety testing, been a leader in safety innovations for decades, focused on accident prevention through features and handling, and prioritized the safety of everyone on the road.
According to J.D. Power's 2023 Vehicle Dependability Study, Lexus topped the list of rankings and the RX model was named the most dependable vehicle on the market (tied with Toyota's C-HR). For 2024, the luxury brand led its segment and the overall industry for the second year in a row.
Of 26 brands, Lexus and Toyota top the list with a commanding advantage over third-ranked Mazda. All three brands have consistently earned average or better reliability ratings over the years. Honda and Acura round up the top five.
Toyota engines are known for their overall efficiency and reliability. However, Honda and Maruti Suzuki engines are considered to be dependable as well.
The most reliable models—from Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, and Toyota—have earned top reliability scores across a number of categories. For example, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, and Lexus NX Hybrid are among the most reliable models in this year's survey.
According to a recent study by Consumer Reports, Toyota and Lexus were the most reliable vehicles in 2022. After Japanese cars, BMW was ranked third, while Mercedes' reliability was rated the lowest.
The most durable model, the Toyota Tundra, has a 36.6 percent chance of reaching 250,000 miles.