What is the most reliable car?

Answer 1

Consumer Reports and JD Power both have lists of cars they believe are the most reliable. Toyota, Buick, Acura, and Lexus models are on both lists.

See http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2009/02/consumer-reports-most-reliable-used-cars-for-2009.html and http://www.jdpower.com/autos/car-photos/VDS/Cars/2009. Reliability can also be affected by regional differences in weather and use.

Some cars are less reliable in certain types of extreme weather and daily usage. Reliability varies from model to model as a car gets older. Some cars are problem free up until a certain point, after which they become a money pit. Diesel and boxer engines will last 300,000-400,000 miles with proper care, while some of the "reliable cars" engines will go only 200,000-250,000 before you need a rebuild. It isn't cheap to rebuild an engine, especially for imports. Don't forget about the overall safety and comfort of the car either. Some reliable cars don't do very well in car accidents or are uncomfortable. You should talk to about 5 master mechanics in your area to get their perceptions of what the best cars are.the most reliable car is the range rover so ignore the above!!