Last updated: 2026-08-24
Buick vs Land Rover: Which Make Is More Reliable?
Buick
7 models tracked
Land Rover
2 models tracked
Comparing Buick and Land Rover on reliability? This page compares their scores, NHTSA recall history, owner-reported complaints, and estimated annual repair costs across every model we track.
Buick currently leads with an average score of 77/100 compared to 58/100. Scroll down for the full breakdown.
Is Buick More Reliable Than Land Rover?
| Metric | Buick | Land Rover |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Reliability Score | 77/100 | 58/100 |
| Models Tracked | 7 | 2 |
| Avg Recalls per Model | 6 | 100 |
| Avg Complaints per Model | 129 | 472 |
Land Rover Models
2 models ranked by reliability
Buick vs Land Rover: The Verdict
The data is decisive here — Buick pulls well ahead of Land Rover on reliability. Across 7 Buick and 2 Land Rover models, Buick averages 77/100 to 58/100 — a 19-point gap built from NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and independent repair cost data.
Where Buick and Land Rover Differ Most
Our reliability score is built from four weighted components. Here's how each make performs in each area:
| Component | Weight | Buick | Land Rover |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complaint Severity Owner complaints weighted by component severity | 35% | 70/100Good | 50/100Mixed |
| Repair Costs Annual maintenance and repair expenses | 30% | 73/100Good | 40/100Mixed |
| Recall Impact Safety recalls weighted by severity (park-it, park-outside) | 20% | 90/100Excellent | 64/100Good |
| Issue Diversity How many different systems have reported problems | 15% | 82/100Excellent | 79/100Good |
The biggest gap is in repair costs, where Buick scores 33 points higher. That single component does the most to separate these two makes.
Buick vs Land Rover: Strengths and Weaknesses
Buick
Strengths
- Strong overall reliability (77/100 average)
- Minimal recall impact — fewer safety-critical recalls
- Focused issue profile — problems concentrated in fewer areas
- Reasonable maintenance costs ($543/year avg)
- Reliability trending upward in recent model years
- 7 of 7 models rated Good or Excellent
- Below-average repair frequency
Weaknesses
- Above-average repair severity when issues occur
Land Rover
Strengths
- Above-average reliability (58/100 average)
- Focused issue profile — problems concentrated in fewer areas
- Reliability trending upward in recent model years
Buick vs Land Rover Reliability by Vehicle Type
How the two makes compare within each vehicle category they both compete in:
| Category | Buick | Land Rover | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUVs(5 vs 1 models) | 77/100 | 60/100 | Buick |
| Sedans(2 vs 1 models) | 75/100 | 57/100 | Buick |
Buick wins 2 out of 2 shared categories.
Common Problems: Buick vs Land Rover
Top complaint categories from NHTSA owner reports, showing what drivers report most frequently for each make:
| Component | Buick | Land Rover |
|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22%163 | 30%244 |
| POWER TRAIN | 18%134 | 12%99 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13%99 | 12%100 |
| ENGINE | 14%105 | 8%70 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 12%86 | 2%15 |
| STEERING | 4%33 | 8%66 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 0%2 | 10%86 |
| AIR BAGS | 4%28 | 3%22 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1%8 | 4%30 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2%18 | 2%16 |
Percentage of total complaints. Raw complaint count shown below. Based on NHTSA owner reports across all tracked model years.
Buick vs Land Rover Complaint Severity: Crashes, Fires, and Injuries
Across all tracked models, Buick owners reported 42 crash-related, 5 fire-related, and 37 injury-related complaints to NHTSA. Land Rover owners reported 32 crash-related, 17 fire-related, and 41 injury-related complaints. Buick has fewer severe incident reports overall. These counts reflect owner-reported incidents and don't establish causation — but they're a useful signal for comparing safety profiles.
Buick
42
Crash reports
5
Fire reports
37
Injury reports
Land Rover
32
Crash reports
17
Fire reports
41
Injury reports
Every Buick and Land Rover Model Ranked
All tracked models ranked by average reliability score. Click any model for detailed year-by-year data.
Buick Models
Buick vs Land Rover Reliability Trend by Year
Average reliability score for each model year, showing how quality has trended over time:
Buick's reliability is improving — recent model years average 81/100, up from earlier years. Land Rover's reliability is improving — recent model years average 67/100.
Both makes are trending improving in recent model years — neither is pulling away.
| Model Year | Buick | Land Rover | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 81/100(4) | 70/100(2) | Buick |
| 2025 | 80/100(4) | 64/100(2) | Buick |
| 2024 | 76/100(4) | 64/100(2) | Buick |
| 2023 | 78/100(3) | 55/100(2) | Buick |
| 2022 | 76/100(4) | 56/100(2) | Buick |
| 2021 | 76/100(4) | 56/100(2) | Buick |
| 2020 | 74/100(5) | 42/100(1) | Buick |
| 2019 | 76/100(5) | 56/100(1) | Buick |
| 2018 | 76/100(5) | 47/100(1) | Buick |
Number in parentheses = models tracked for that year. Scores are averages across all tracked models.
The Bottom Line: Buick or Land Rover?
The numbers make a strong case for Buick — this is one of the larger make-level gaps in our database.
If you want the single most reliable option: the Buick Encore leads both lineups with a score of 79/100.
All scores are based on NHTSA recall and complaint data combined with independent repair cost databases. Check individual model pages for year-specific reliability data before making a final decision.
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How We Calculate Reliability Scores
Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.
Key Ranking Factors
Complaint Severity
NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.
Repair Costs
Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.
Recall Impact
Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.
Issue Diversity
Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.
Scores are grouped into four tiers:
- 80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
- 60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
- 40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
- 0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution
Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases via vehicles.dev. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.