10 used cars that break down the least

Many people consider reliability to be the main characteristic of a car, so here we will tell you which used cars break down the least and what you can buy this 2021.

When it comes to rating vehicles, Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted specialty agencies, selecting more than 640,000 vehicles to produce reports focusing on things like safety, owner satisfaction and reliability.

Reliability is measured by ranking different categories or problem areas. The problems are centered around mechanical aspects such as power train and engine. It also focuses on physical things like bodywork, paint, and automotive electronics.

That's why, if you're looking to purchase one, these cars might be the perfect option for you, as they have an excellent rating and the quality of their components guarantees no breakdowns, at least in the short term.

10. Subaru Forester 2018

Subaru has been bragging about their reliability for years, and rightly so as they garner awards proving their reliability.

Subaru was recognized this year by Kelley Blue Book, Forbes and IIHS with various awards, continues to be the best-selling XNUMXxXNUMX vehicle and has held this title for the past decade.

According to Subaru, 97% of vehicles sold in the past decade are still in service. In addition, they were the first auto plant in the US to not have landfills.

9. Toyota 4Runner 2018.

Toyota is known for its reliability and the same goes for its 4Runner. The 4Runner was recognized by Kelley Blue Book magazine as "Top 10 for Resale Value". Since 2000, which is the earliest report available from Consumer Reports, the overall reliability of 4Runner has increased. In 2017, it received a perfect score, showing that it did not have a single problem area and, perhaps, the repairs were minimal.

8. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2018

The Mitsubishi Outlander may not have been named "Most Reliable Car", but it has performed consistently well over the years. The Mitsubishi Outlander SUV is performing well in terms of overall reliability, as it has since its launch in 2011. At its core, it's not the most reliable car on the road, but it's definitely a safe bet with a few minor issues. It also looks nice and would be a smart buy.

7. Honda Civik 2018

You know the Honda Civic is reliable because of the number of vintage 80s hatchbacks you still see on the roads 30 years later.

They were known for being able to go hundreds of thousands of miles on the original transmission while getting some of the best fuel miles for a car.

While the Civic hasn't received a perfect overall reliability rating from Consumer Reports in recent years, much of the overall decline is due to recent issues with the car's power and electronics. serious problems.

6. Toyota Rav4 2018

Next on the list is the Toyota Rav4. Since 2000, which is Consumer Reports' earliest report, the Rav4 has risen almost every year on the overall reliability verdict, with the exception of 2006 and 2007, when it remained flat on the scale. The 4 Runner is even better than the Subaru Forrester, also on this list, for a general reliability comparison over the last three years.

5. Toyota Prius 2018

The Toyota Prius amazed the world when it was introduced in 2001 as it was a hybrid and boasted up to 52 mpg. The Prius may be a hybrid, but its batteries are fine. Consumer Reports compared a Prius with 2000 miles to one with 200 miles on original batteries, powertrain and even suspension components. The declines were quite small. Since 2001, the Prius has done nothing but improve Consumer Reports' overall reliability verdict. It was even recognized as a car that reached the mark of 200 miles without problems with minimal repairs.

4. Subaru Legacy 2018г.

Subaru as we know it now is an award-winning automaker known for its reliability. The Subaru Legacy is Subaru's flagship vehicle and in 2018 they released a 50th Anniversary Edition to celebrate the vehicle's sales.

While the Legacy didn't achieve the crown of overall reliability due to electronics issues, in every other problem area the Legacy excelled. Which speaks to the heritage of the car and the confidence in buying a car that is good in every way.

3. Kia Niro 2017

The Kia Niro was named "Most Reliable Car" by Consumer Reports in 2017, the same year the Kia Niro was first launched. Kia used to be known for being very cheap and not very reliable, but after a rebrand a few years ago, Kia is better than ever again. The Niro, a hybrid that claims to get up to 42 mpg, scored 5 out of 5, the best in all reliability categories.

2. Lexus EU 2017

The overall reliability of the ES continues to improve, reaching an overall reliability rating of 2017 out of 5 or excellent in 5. The only area of ​​concern presented by ES was in automotive electronics with freezing issues, smartphone pairing issues, nothing to worry about.

1. Audi Q3 2015

The Q3 also outperformed similar new cars, earning top marks in all categories. Q3 has the highest score since its launch in 2015. With so much space, sporty and reliable, this car shouldn't be a problem for a future purchase.

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