Last updated: 2026-10-10
Most Reliable Used SUVs — Ranked by Data
Each SUV is scored across complaint severity, repair costs, recall impact, and issue diversity. Scores are normalized by sales volume so high-volume nameplates don't get penalized for size alone. SUVs with proven powertrains and conventional transmissions dominate the top tier; luxury models with denser electronics tend to surface more failure points. The 2022 Lexus RX takes the top spot with a score of 90/100.
Top 10 Most Reliable SUVs
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SUV Reliability Rankings
| # | Vehicle | Best Year | Score | Rating | Recalls | Complaints / 10k | Maint. Rating | Est. Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexus RX | 2022 | 90/100 | Excellent | 0 | 3.7 | 5 | |
| 2 | Kia Sedona | 2021 | 88/100 | Excellent | 0 | — | 4 | |
| 3 | Mazda CX-5 | 2022 | 87/100 | Excellent | 0 | 3.3 | 4.5 | |
| 4 | Honda HR-V | 2021 | 86/100 | Excellent | 3 | 3.8 | 5 | |
| 5 | Mitsubishi Outlander | 2021 | 84/100 | Excellent | 0 | 0.0 | 4 | |
| 6 | Lexus UX | 2020 | 84/100 | Excellent | 0 | 0.0 | 4 | |
| 7 | Nissan Kicks | 2022 | 82/100 | Excellent | 0 | 3.5 | 4 | |
| 8 | Nissan Murano | 2021 | 82/100 | Excellent | 0 | — | 3.5 | |
| 9 | Lexus NX | 2020 | 82/100 | Excellent | 0 | 4.7 | 4 | |
| 10 | Toyota 4Runner | 2020 | 82/100 | Excellent | 1 | 2.3 | 4 |
SUV Reliability Score Comparison
Visual comparison of reliability scores across all SUVs in our database. Longer bars indicate higher reliability.
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Most Reliable Used Compact SUVs
43 models ranked
Top pick: Mazda CX-5
Most Reliable Used Midsize SUVs
52 models ranked
Top pick: Lexus RX
Most Reliable Used Full-Size SUVs
17 models ranked
Top pick: Lexus GX
Most Reliable Used Electric SUVs
13 models ranked
Top pick: Nissan Ariya
Most Reliable Used Luxury SUVs
8 models ranked
Top pick: Lexus RX
Best Budget SUVs by Price
For buyers on a budget, older model years of mainstream SUVs offer the best value-to-reliability ratio. Prices are based on current dealer listings.
Best Budget SUVs Under $15,000
| # | Vehicle | Best Year | Score | Rating | Recalls | Complaints / 10k | Maint. Rating | Est. Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chevrolet Trax | 2021 | 81/100 | Excellent | 0 | 4.2 | 4 | |
| 2 | Nissan Rogue | 2020 | 79/100 | Good | 2 | 8.1 | 4 | |
| 3 | Nissan Pathfinder | 2020 | 78/100 | Good | 0 | 8.9 | 3.5 | |
| 4 | Kia Sportage | 2019 | 74/100 | Good | 2 | 7.1 | 4 | |
| 5 | Kia Sorento | 2020 | 71/100 | Good | 1 | 15.4 | 4 | |
| 6 | Mazda CX-5 | 2018 | 71/100 | Good | 3 | 20.6 | 4.5 | |
| 7 | Chevrolet Equinox | 2019 | 71/100 | Good | 4 | 7.9 | 3.5 | |
| 8 | BMW X1 | 2018 | 69/100 | Good | 4 | 19.3 | 3.5 | |
| 9 | Hyundai Tucson | 2019 | 68/100 | Good | 1 | 25.4 | 4 | |
| 10 | GMC Terrain | 2018 | 66/100 | Good | 5 | 17.6 | 3.5 | |
| 11 | Volkswagen Tiguan | 2019 | 65/100 | Good | 5 | 15.0 | 3 | |
| 12 | Chevrolet Traverse | 2018 | 62/100 | Good | 2 | 28.4 | 3 | |
| 13 | Volkswagen Atlas | 2018 | 44/100 | Mixed | 16 | 74.4 | 2 |
2021 Chevrolet Trax (estimated ~$12,934) — scored 81/100 (Excellent) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 79/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Nissan Rogue (estimated ~$13,625) — scored 79/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 72/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Nissan Pathfinder (estimated ~$14,772) — scored 78/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 71/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Kia Sportage (estimated ~$11,995) — scored 74/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 72/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Kia Sorento (estimated ~$13,500) — scored 71/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 68/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Mazda CX-5 (estimated ~$14,349) — scored 71/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 81/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Chevrolet Equinox (estimated ~$12,995) — scored 71/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 72/100. View years to avoid →
2018 BMW X1 (estimated ~$14,998) — scored 69/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 71/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Hyundai Tucson (estimated ~$12,987) — scored 68/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 71/100. View years to avoid →
2018 GMC Terrain (estimated ~$13,991) — scored 66/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 71/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan (estimated ~$14,754) — scored 65/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 65/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Chevrolet Traverse (estimated ~$14,996) — scored 62/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 67/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Volkswagen Atlas (estimated ~$12,985) — scored 44/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 50/100. View years to avoid →
Best Budget SUVs Under $20,000
| # | Vehicle | Best Year | Score | Rating | Recalls | Complaints / 10k | Maint. Rating | Est. Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda HR-V | 2021 | 86/100 | Excellent | 3 | 3.8 | 5 | |
| 2 | Honda CR-V | 2021 | 77/100 | Good | 3 | 6.7 | 4.5 | |
| 3 | Toyota RAV4 | 2018 | 76/100 | Good | 3 | 7.7 | 4 | |
| 4 | Chevrolet Blazer | 2021 | 74/100 | Good | 1 | 14.8 | 4 | |
| 5 | Subaru Crosstrek | 2020 | 72/100 | Good | 1 | 76.3 | 4.5 | |
| 6 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2020 | 72/100 | Good | 3 | 9.9 | 3.5 | |
| 7 | Subaru Forester | 2020 | 71/100 | Good | 0 | 33.0 | 3.5 | |
| 8 | Ford Explorer | 2019 | 69/100 | Good | 4 | 13.5 | 3.5 | |
| 9 | Mercedes-Benz GLE | 2018 | 69/100 | Good | 9 | 1.5 | 2.5 | |
| 10 | Chevrolet Suburban | 2018 | 68/100 | Good | 3 | 12.4 | 3 | |
| 11 | Mercedes-Benz GLC | 2019 | 68/100 | Good | 28 | 16.4 | 3.5 | |
| 12 | Dodge Durango | 2019 | 67/100 | Good | 4 | 18.9 | 3.5 | |
| 13 | Subaru Outback | 2018 | 64/100 | Good | 3 | 43.6 | 3.5 | |
| 14 | Acura MDX | 2018 | 64/100 | Good | 10 | 27.8 | 4 | |
| 15 | Honda Pilot | 2018 | 63/100 | Good | 5 | 25.6 | 3.5 | |
| 16 | BMW X5 | 2018 | 59/100 | Mixed | 6 | 14.0 | 2 | |
| 17 | Hyundai Palisade | 2020 | 59/100 | Mixed | 7 | 63.6 | 3.5 | |
| 18 | Honda Passport | 2019 | 59/100 | Mixed | 8 | 69.7 | 4 | |
| 19 | BMW X3 | 2019 | 58/100 | Mixed | 10 | 21.1 | 2.5 | |
| 20 | Kia Telluride | 2020 | 55/100 | Mixed | 6 | 88.8 | 3.5 | |
| 21 | Jeep Wrangler | 2018 | 54/100 | Mixed | 14 | 72.9 | 3.5 | |
| 22 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 2022 | 46/100 | Mixed | 3 | 151.9 | 2 |
2021 Honda HR-V (estimated ~$18,433) — scored 86/100 (Excellent) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 79/100. View years to avoid →
2021 Honda CR-V (estimated ~$19,989) — scored 77/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 72/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Toyota RAV4 (estimated ~$17,249) — scored 76/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 74/100. View years to avoid →
2021 Chevrolet Blazer (estimated ~$19,900) — scored 74/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 74/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Subaru Crosstrek (estimated ~$19,203) — scored 72/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 69/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee (estimated ~$18,395) — scored 72/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 65/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Subaru Forester (estimated ~$19,899) — scored 71/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 72/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Ford Explorer (estimated ~$18,693) — scored 69/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 64/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE (estimated ~$19,999) — scored 69/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 67/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Chevrolet Suburban (estimated ~$19,995) — scored 68/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 66/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC (estimated ~$17,712) — scored 68/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 68/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Dodge Durango (estimated ~$18,998) — scored 67/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 69/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Subaru Outback (estimated ~$17,000) — scored 64/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 67/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Acura MDX (estimated ~$19,789) — scored 64/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 68/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Honda Pilot (estimated ~$17,464) — scored 63/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 64/100. View years to avoid →
2018 BMW X5 (estimated ~$18,452) — scored 59/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 59/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Hyundai Palisade (estimated ~$19,841) — scored 59/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 62/100. View years to avoid →
2019 Honda Passport (estimated ~$19,999) — scored 59/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 69/100. View years to avoid →
2019 BMW X3 (estimated ~$17,899) — scored 58/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 62/100. View years to avoid →
2020 Kia Telluride (estimated ~$19,149) — scored 55/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 62/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Jeep Wrangler (estimated ~$19,990) — scored 54/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 60/100. View years to avoid →
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 (estimated ~$19,840) — scored 46/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 48/100. View years to avoid →
Best Budget SUVs Under $25,000
| # | Vehicle | Best Year | Score | Rating | Recalls | Complaints / 10k | Maint. Rating | Est. Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Corolla Cross | 2022 | 80/100 | Excellent | 2 | 6.5 | 4.5 | |
| 2 | Toyota Venza | 2021 | 79/100 | Good | 1 | 1.1 | 4 | |
| 3 | Chevrolet Tahoe | 2018 | 72/100 | Good | 3 | 8.4 | 3.5 | |
| 4 | Toyota Highlander | 2018 | 72/100 | Good | 5 | 9.9 | 4 | |
| 5 | GMC Yukon | 2018 | 68/100 | Good | 4 | 14.5 | 3.5 | |
| 6 | Kia EV6 | 2022 | 46/100 | Mixed | 3 | 117.8 | 1.5 | |
| 7 | Tesla Model Y | 2021 | 46/100 | Mixed | 21 | 61.4 | 2 |
2022 Toyota Corolla Cross (estimated ~$21,644) — scored 80/100 (Excellent) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 75/100. View years to avoid →
2021 Toyota Venza (estimated ~$24,492) — scored 79/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 80/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe (estimated ~$23,999) — scored 72/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 69/100. View years to avoid →
2018 Toyota Highlander (estimated ~$21,433) — scored 72/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 72/100. View years to avoid →
2018 GMC Yukon (estimated ~$24,977) — scored 68/100 (Good) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 65/100. View years to avoid →
2022 Kia EV6 (estimated ~$20,880) — scored 46/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 49/100. View years to avoid →
2021 Tesla Model Y (estimated ~$24,934) — scored 46/100 (Mixed) in our reliability analysis. Average score across all years: 49/100. View years to avoid →
Model Highlights
1. 2022 Lexus RX — 90/100
Reliability is excellent and well above average for SUVs, and no model year is clearly weak. Used shoppers should favor 2022, which has no recalls and far fewer complaints than 2019 or 2021. The problems that matter most are airbag non-deployment in crashes and hesitation or power loss when accelerating. On 2022 cars, watch for an instrument cluster that dims or goes blank.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 90/100
- Avg across years
- 86/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 35
2. 2021 Kia Sedona — 88/100
Reliability is excellent, well above other SUVs on the site, and no year is a clear one to skip. Favor 2021 or 2020, and shop 2018 with more care. The biggest worry is the engine: sudden highway shutdowns, sometimes with no warning light, and seizures after heavy oil burning. Power sliding doors that misbehave are the next most common fault.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 88/100
- Avg across years
- 82/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 8
3. 2022 Mazda CX-5 — 87/100
Excellent reliability puts this compact SUV well above other SUVs, and 2022 is the best used buy, with few complaints and no recalls. Skip 2018, where cracked cylinder heads leak oil onto the exhaust and cause burning smells, smoke, and fumes in the cabin. Touchscreen ghost touch is the most common electrical complaint across years.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 87/100
- Avg across years
- 81/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 50
4. 2021 Honda HR-V — 86/100
Used HR-Vs hold up well, and independent repair-cost data puts yearly upkeep well below the subcompact SUV average. The 2021 is the year to favor, while 2019 and 2023 deserve caution. The problems that matter most are rear hatch glass that shatters with no impact, mainly in 2023, and an instrument display that goes blank in cold weather, especially in 2019.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 86/100
- Avg across years
- 79/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 52
5. 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander — 84/100
Used Outlanders hold up well overall and cost about what other midsize SUVs do to repair. The 2021 is the pick, and the 2022 is the year to skip because of hood flutter at speed and sudden shutdowns while driving. Across all years, owners also report liftgates that drop without warning and electrical warning lights that switch off safety features.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 84/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 0
6. 2020 Lexus UX — 84/100
Reliability is excellent, well above the average for SUVs on the site, and owner complaints are scarce in every model year. The 2020 is the pick, with no recalls and no complaints on file. Only 2019 and 2025 carry a recall, and their few complaints touch the power train, so check those two years more closely. Newer years have had less time to collect problems.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 84/100
- Avg across years
- 80/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 0
7. 2022 Nissan Kicks — 82/100
Engine stalls with a cluster of warning lights, plus ABS faults, are the main risk in the 2018 and 2019 model years of this compact SUV, which otherwise rates good and above average among SUVs on the site. The 2022 is the year to buy, with no recalls and few complaints. Even there, some owners report steering wander in crosswinds.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 82/100
- Avg across years
- 77/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 19
8. 2021 Nissan Murano — 82/100
Reliability is good for a compact SUV, and yearly repair costs run slightly under the class average. Favor 2023, and watch 2020 and 2025, which fall well below the rest of the lineup. The complaint that matters most is the forward collision system, which can shut itself off or brake hard with nothing ahead.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 82/100
- Avg across years
- 80/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 14
9. 2020 Lexus NX — 82/100
Used NX models hold up well and rank well above average among compact SUVs, with 2021 the year to pick. The most serious owner reports involve fuel pump failures that stall the engine without warning, and sudden acceleration where the brakes do not stop the car. Check 2024 closely, since it draws far more complaints than any other year.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 82/100
- Avg across years
- 79/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 26
10. 2020 Toyota 4Runner — 82/100
Used 4RUNNERs hold up well, and yearly repair costs run below the midsize SUV average. The 2023 model year is the pick, while 2018 and 2019 carry more recalls and complaints. Check first for steering wheel shake at highway speeds, then for owner reports of a brake pedal that sinks toward the floor.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 82/100
- Avg across years
- 80/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 30
11. 2023 Acura RDX — 82/100
Good overall and above average among SUVs, this compact SUV is cheap to keep up, at an estimated $497 a year in repairs. The 2019 and 2020 model years are the ones to skip, mainly for rear window glass that shatters on its own and engines that cut power while merging or passing. The 2024 model is the safer used pick.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 82/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 16
12. 2023 Subaru Crosstrek — 81/100
Used Crosstrek buyers get a model that holds up well, with repair costs a little under the compact SUV average. The main watch item is windshields that crack with no impact, along with battery drain on some cars. Favor the 2023 model year and skip 2019, which drew the most complaints, including CVT failures.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 81/100
- Avg across years
- 69/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 28
13. 2023 Mazda CX-9 — 81/100
Used buyers get a solid SUV here, with one big exception: the 2018 model year. Cracked cylinder heads leak coolant, often with no warning light, and dealers usually quote a full engine replacement. Later years, especially 2022 and 2023, rate excellent, and independent repair-cost data puts yearly upkeep well below the midsize SUV average.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 81/100
- Avg across years
- 76/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 12
14. 2020 Lexus GX — 81/100
Brakes that let the vehicle creep forward at a stop and electrical faults that affect control are the main complaints on this full-size SUV. Even so, it holds up well and sits well above average among SUVs on the site. The 2023 is the year to favor. The 2018 and 2024 rate lowest, but neither is weak enough to avoid.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 81/100
- Avg across years
- 80/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 4
15. 2021 Infiniti QX60 — 81/100
Repair costs run well below the midsize SUV average, about $639 a year, and the QX60 rates above average among SUVs. The weak spot is the CVT, which can shudder or hesitate and does not always respond to repair. Favor the 2021 model year, and look hard at 2019 and 2023, the two lowest rated.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 81/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 0
16. 2021 Chevrolet Trax — 81/100
Used Trax models rate well above average among SUVs, and the 2022 is the pick for most buyers. The 2018 and 2019 years are the ones to skip, with front lower control arms that crack at the weld and dash screens that black out. Repair costs run about $488 a year, slightly above the $466 subcompact SUV average.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 81/100
- Avg across years
- 79/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 18
17. 2022 Toyota C-HR — 80/100
Used C-HR shoppers get a compact SUV that holds up well, with an estimated repair bill of $441 a year. The main risk is the CVT: a whine or hum that grows with speed and often ends in a full transmission replacement quoted at $10,000 or more. Favor the 2022 and be wary of the 2018, which has the most complaints by far.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 80/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 2
18. 2021 Jeep Compass — 80/100
Good overall for a compact SUV, with yearly repair costs close to the class average. The 2018 model year is the one to skip, because owners report heavy oil use and engines that shut off while driving. The 2024 is the better pick, with far fewer complaints. Electrical faults, from dead batteries to a blank touchscreen, show up in every year.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 80/100
- Avg across years
- 73/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 70
19. 2022 Buick Encore — 80/100
Used Encore shoppers get a model that rates well above average among SUVs, with 2022 the site's pick. The big worry is turbocharger failure, which brings a check engine light, reduced power and trouble holding speed. Owners also report front air bags that did not deploy in crashes, the most serious pattern in the complaints.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 80/100
- Avg across years
- 79/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 8
20. 2022 Toyota Venza — 80/100
Used Venza buyers get a dependable midsize SUV with repair costs below the class average. Every model year from 2021 to 2024 rates good or excellent, so none is one to skip. The two complaint areas worth knowing about are a fuel tank that takes less than its rated 14.5 gallons and low beams that cast dark shadows.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 80/100
- Avg across years
- 80/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 2
21. 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross — 80/100
Reliability is a strength for this compact SUV, and the 2024 model is the safest pick among years that have had time on the road. The 2023 year is the one to watch. Owners report the engine stalling at stops after auto stop/start, usually in rain, with heavy steering until the car is restarted. Headlights that cast a dark shadow on the road are the other common gripe.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 80/100
- Avg across years
- 75/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 37
22. 2023 Toyota RAV4 — 80/100
Used RAV4s rate good overall and cost less to keep up than most compact SUVs, with 2022 through 2025 standing out. The 2019 model year is the one to avoid, mainly for fuel tanks that stop filling early and an Engine Maintenance Required message that will not clear. Across all years, owners also report electrical fires and air bags that did not deploy in serious crashes.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 80/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 6 / 147
23. 2023 Buick Enclave — 79/100
Used Enclaves rate good for reliability and sit above average among SUVs. The 2023 model year is the pick, while 2020 is the one to skip, with six recalls and engines that shut off at stops. Across all years, owners most often report electronic parking brakes that set themselves and transmissions that refuse to shift or shake under acceleration.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 79/100
- Avg across years
- 75/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 17
24. 2023 Buick Encore GX — 79/100
Standing is good and above average among SUVs, and the 2023 model year is the safest pick, with no recalls and a low complaint rate. The 2020 is the one to skip. The problem that shows up across years is a false "Shift to Park" warning that keeps the car from shutting off or locking, and dealers often quote $500 to $700 to replace the shifter. Sudden electrical shutdowns are the other thing to check.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 79/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 23
25. 2022 Chevrolet Blazer — 79/100
Reliability is good for a used midsize SUV and above average among SUVs. Favor the 2022 and skip the 2019 and 2024. The two problems that matter most are a "Shift to Park" message that stays on with the shifter in Park, and a sticking thermostat that brings a P0128 code, no A/C, and reduced steering assist. Estimated repair cost is $521 a year.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 79/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 33
26. 2023 Subaru Forester — 79/100
Good overall and above average among SUVs, the Forester holds up well, though windshields that crack with no visible impact are the most common complaint by far. Some owners also report batteries that drain after the car sits. The 2023 model year is the pick, while 2019 is the one to avoid. Yearly repair costs run above the compact SUV average.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 79/100
- Avg across years
- 72/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 61
27. 2023 Acura MDX — 79/100
A pause of 1 to 2 seconds followed by a lurch when pulling away, and stalling at lights with Auto Idle Stop, are the symptoms that matter most on the MDX. Connecting rod bearing wear is the costly engine risk. Reliability stands good, close to average for SUVs, with repair costs below other luxury midsize SUVs. Favor the 2024 and skip the 2018 and 2020.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 79/100
- Avg across years
- 68/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 29
28. 2022 Kia Sportage — 79/100
Used Sportage buyers get a compact SUV that rates well against other SUVs and costs less to repair than most rivals. The 2022 is the safer pick, while 2018 and 2023 are the years to skip. Watch for heavy oil use that can end in engine knocking and failure, and for screens that go black or cut power while driving.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 79/100
- Avg across years
- 72/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 39
29. 2020 Nissan Rogue — 79/100
Used Rogues are a good buy, and yearly repair costs run below the compact SUV average. Skip 2018, where the brakes can slam on with nothing ahead, and 2023, where engines have failed at highway speed. The 2024 is the safer pick. Across many years, owners also describe the CVT jerking, revving high, or dropping into limp mode.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 79/100
- Avg across years
- 72/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 185
30. 2018 Buick Envision — 78/100
Reliability is good for a midsize SUV, and no model year falls far below the model's own average. The 2020 is the pick, with no recalls and a low complaint rate, while 2021 and 2022 rate lowest. Watch for electrical faults, including an instrument cluster that goes black, and a Service Brake Assist warning that can come with sudden loss of braking.
- Best year
- 2018
- Best-year score
- 78/100
- Avg across years
- 77/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 13
31. 2020 Nissan Pathfinder — 78/100
Good overall for a midsize SUV, with repair costs a little under the class average. The 2020 is the year to favor, with no recalls and fewer complaints than 2018, 2019, 2022, or 2023. Watch the 2018 and 2022. The main worries are a CVT that cuts power to the wheels and engines that fail without much warning.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 78/100
- Avg across years
- 71/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 43
32. 2023 Hyundai Venue — 78/100
Good reliability puts this subcompact SUV above average among SUVs on the site. The 2023 model year is the best used pick, while 2020 and 2021 rate lowest and 2020 drew the most complaints. Two issues matter most: a horn that quits with no warning light, and power that fades while driving, which shops often trace to the transmission.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 78/100
- Avg across years
- 75/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 24
33. 2019 Cadillac XT5 — 78/100
Used XT5 shoppers get a model that rates good and sits above average among SUVs. The 2019 is the pick, with no recalls on record. The fault to watch is a "Steering Assist is Reduced" warning, which dealers often trace to a failed thermostat. Some owners across several years also report the engine quitting while driving.
- Best year
- 2019
- Best-year score
- 78/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 31
34. 2019 Dodge Journey — 78/100
Used Journeys hold up well, and yearly repair costs of $562 run a little under the midsize SUV average. The 2019 is the year to favor and the 2018 is the one to skip. Two problems matter most: engines that shut off while driving, and a rearview camera that goes blank or shows an upside-down image.
- Best year
- 2019
- Best-year score
- 78/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 92
35. 2022 Kia Soul — 78/100
Good as a used compact SUV, with yearly repair costs of $437, a little under the subcompact SUV average. The real risk is the engine. Owners report heavy oil burning that ends in knocking, stalling, or seizure, often with no warning light. Skip 2020 and 2021, and start with 2024. The 2025 model is too new to judge.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 78/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 78
36. 2021 Hyundai Tucson — 78/100
Rated good and above average among compact SUVs, the Tucson is cheap to keep running, but engine trouble is what to watch. Owners report heavy oil use, knocking, and sudden power loss, mostly in 2018. The 2022 is hit by fuel injector failures and stalling at highway speed. The 2021 is the pick among years that have had time on the road.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 78/100
- Avg across years
- 71/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 58
37. 2023 Subaru Outback — 77/100
Used Outbacks hold up well, with a standing close to average among midsize SUVs. Windshields that crack with little or no impact are the top complaint, and batteries that die after the car sits come second. Steer clear of 2019 and 2020, and favor 2024. Estimated repair cost is $607 a year.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 77/100
- Avg across years
- 67/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 83
38. 2023 Jeep Renegade — 77/100
Reliability is good, and this compact SUV rates above average among SUVs on the site. The 2018 model year is the one to skip, because heavy oil use can shut the engine off while driving. Electrical trouble shows up in every year, from failing Uconnect touchscreens to fires in parked cars. The 2023 is the better buy.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 77/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 20
39. 2021 Honda CR-V — 77/100
Repair costs run low at an estimated $407 a year, against $521 for compact SUVs, and reliability stands good. Steering that turns sticky or notchy and emergency braking that fires with nothing ahead are the complaints to know. Skip 2018, where gasoline seeps into the engine oil, and look at 2024 first.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 77/100
- Avg across years
- 72/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 241
40. 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer — 76/100
Good reliability, close to average among SUVs, with 2021 the year to skip and 2024 the one to buy. The big complaint is a shifter that does not register Park, so the engine keeps running and the doors will not lock. Reduced engine power warnings tied to the turbo are the other issue to watch.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 76/100
- Avg across years
- 69/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 62
41. 2023 Chevrolet Equinox — 76/100
Reliability is good, with repair costs close to the compact SUV norm. The most serious pattern is a brake pedal that goes hard or sinks to the floor, often blamed on the vacuum pump. The 2018 and 2020 model years rate lowest, 2024 is the pick, and 2026 is too new to judge.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 76/100
- Avg across years
- 72/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 70
42. 2023 Nissan Ariya — 76/100
Reliability rates excellent and well above average among SUVs, but the 2023 model year pulls that down. Its owners report sudden loss of drive power, with the charge reading dropping to 0% and a "Service EV System" warning. The 2024 is the better used buy, with far fewer complaints and no recalls. Independent repair-cost data puts upkeep at about $500 a year.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 76/100
- Avg across years
- 76/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 39
43. 2020 Jeep Cherokee — 76/100
Reliability is good and close to average for SUVs, and the 2020 model year is the one to favor because it has far fewer recalls than most other years. The two problems that matter most are power transfer unit failures, shown by a Service 4WD light and grinding from the drivetrain, and heavy oil use with no low-oil warning that can stall the engine.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 76/100
- Avg across years
- 69/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 5 / 436
44. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB — 75/100
Good overall as a used luxury SUV, with the 2022 and 2023 years standing strongest and the 2020 the one to skip. Early cars have rear spoilers that come off at speed and instrument clusters that go blank while driving. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly upkeep near $908. Some owners also report cylinder head and valve failures, so check service history.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 68/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 13
45. 2023 Cadillac XT4 — 75/100
Used XT4 buyers get a model that rates good for reliability and sits close to average among compact SUVs. The 2023 model year is the pick, with no recalls on file. Watch for power loss while driving, from transmission faults or a failed fuel pump power control module, and for rear camera views that drop out and come back after repairs.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 71/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 12
46. 2023 Nissan Armada — 75/100
Reliability is good for a full-size SUV, and yearly repair costs run below the class average. The oldest years, 2018 and 2019, draw the most complaints, mostly random no-starts and dash warning lights. Transmission shudder and engine knocking are less common but costlier. Among years with a track record, 2024 is the pick.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 73/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 5
47. 2021 BMW X1 — 75/100
Reliability is good and close to average among SUVs on the site. Among years with time on the road, 2021 is the one to buy. Skip 2023, where owners report brake pedals that turn stiff or sink to the floor, and many wait on parts for a recall repair. Yearly repair costs run a little above the luxury compact SUV average.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 71/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 6
48. 2023 Dodge Durango — 75/100
Owners rate the Durango as a good used buy, and its repair costs run below the full-size SUV average. The 2024 is the year to favor, while 2018 and 2021 deserve caution. The biggest complaint is rear taillights that fill with water and fail, taking the plate lights and backup camera with them. Less often, the transmission drops into neutral while driving.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 69/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 27
49. 2023 GMC Terrain — 75/100
Used Terrain buyers get a model that rates good and sits above average among SUVs, as long as the year is chosen with care. Skip 2018 and 2019. The big risk is the brake booster vacuum pump, which can fail and leave the pedal rock hard before debris wrecks the engine. Transmission slipping and harsh shifts are the second worry. The 2024 model is the safer pick.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 71/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 21
50. 2023 Honda Passport — 75/100
Reliability for this midsize SUV is good and above average among SUVs, with repair costs near $521 a year. Newer years carry far fewer complaints, and 2024 is the safest pick. The 2019 is the one to skip. Its engine often fails to restart after Auto Idle Stop shuts it off at a light, and the screen can lose network communication and go dark.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 69/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 24
51. 2021 Volvo XC60 — 75/100
Used XC60 buyers get a compact luxury SUV that rates good for reliability, with yearly repair costs below the class average. The 2021 model year is the pick, while 2022 draws the most complaints. The problem to know is the engine shutting off at a stop and refusing to restart, often after auto stop/start engages. Water leaking into wiring and early brake wear also come up.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 75/100
- Avg across years
- 74/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 5 / 31
52. 2023 Audi Q3 — 74/100
Reliability rates good for the Q3, and above average among SUVs. Electrical faults lead the complaints, including a failed clock spring that kills the steering wheel buttons and lights the airbag warning. Some owners also report the engine stalling while driving. Favor 2024, and look harder at 2020 and 2022, the two lowest-rated years.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 74/100
- Avg across years
- 72/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 1
53. 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe — 74/100
Reliability is good and close to average among SUVs on the site, though repairs run about $744 a year. Favor the 2024 and avoid the 2021, where valve lifters fail and the engine loses power without warning. Across all years, slipping transmissions and sudden engine power loss on the highway are the problems that matter most.
- Best year
- 2019
- Best-year score
- 74/100
- Avg across years
- 69/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 95
54. 2022 Ford EcoSport — 74/100
Reliability standing is good, yet this compact SUV sits well below average against other SUVs on the site. Sudden engine shutdown at speed, often after a low oil pressure warning, drives the worst reports, and the 2018 is the year to skip. The 2022 is the pick, with only a handful of complaints on file.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 74/100
- Avg across years
- 61/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 10
55. 2023 Ford Edge — 74/100
Coolant leaking into the cylinders of the 2.0L EcoBoost is the Edge's biggest problem, and it is why 2018 is the model year to skip. Dealers usually call for a full new engine. The 2024 is the site's pick. The 2019 also draws many power train complaints, so inspect it closely. Standing is good, though below average among SUVs.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 74/100
- Avg across years
- 66/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 16
56. 2022 Toyota Highlander — 74/100
Owner complaints and repair costs put this midsize SUV in good standing, with yearly repair costs below the class average. The main worry is the eight-speed transmission, which starts with a whine under acceleration and can end in outright failure. Favor the 2022 model year and skip 2024, which has the most recalls and the highest complaint rate.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 74/100
- Avg across years
- 72/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 7 / 186
57. 2023 Volkswagen Taos — 73/100
Reliability is good and close to average among compact SUVs, with 2024 and 2023 the years to favor and 2022 the one to skip. The 2022 cars drew the most complaints, led by coolant that disappears with no visible leak and is often traced to a leaking head gasket. On any year, check the rear brakes for pads that wear out early.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 73/100
- Avg across years
- 66/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 87
58. 2023 Toyota bZ4X — 73/100
Reliability is good for a midsize electric SUV, and above average among SUVs on the site. The main worry is the 12-volt battery, which can leave the car dead and unable to start, sometimes again after a replacement. Plastic underbody panels tearing loose in standing water come second. The 2024 model year is the pick, while 2025 has had too little time on the road to judge.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 73/100
- Avg across years
- 73/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 15
59. 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan — 73/100
Reliability is good and close to average among SUVs, though repairs cost more than the compact SUV average. The 2018 model year is the one to avoid, and 2024 is the better buy. The problems that matter most are sudden highway power loss with the EPC light on, and electrical faults such as emergency braking with nothing ahead.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 73/100
- Avg across years
- 65/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 49
60. 2022 Chevrolet Traverse — 73/100
Used Traverse shoppers should favor the 2024 and steer clear of 2018 and 2019. Reliability standing is good, though repair costs run above the midsize SUV average at $656 a year. The problems that matter most are a false "Shift to Park" warning that keeps the car from shutting off or locking and drains the battery, and transmission shudder in the early years.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 73/100
- Avg across years
- 67/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 76
61. 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC — 73/100
Reliability is good overall and close to average for SUVs, but two faults stand out: a check engine light from a crankcase vent fault, and a transmission that drops into Neutral while moving. The 2020 model year is the one to avoid because of cylinder head failures. The 2022 is the better pick. Repairs average about $807 a year.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 73/100
- Avg across years
- 68/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 51
62. 2021 Lincoln Nautilus — 73/100
Low-speed transmission shudder and instrument screens that go blank while driving are the main worries on a used Nautilus. The 2019 is the year to skip, and the 2023 is the better pick, with few complaints for the number sold. A replacement transmission has been quoted at $7,000 to $9,000, so check how any used one shifts.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 73/100
- Avg across years
- 70/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 18
63. 2021 Cadillac XT6 — 73/100
Reliability is good overall and above average among SUVs, and no model year falls well below the model's own average. The 2024 is the pick among years with a real record. Watch for a transmission that shudders or jerks at low rpm and a rear camera that goes black in reverse. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs near $783.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 73/100
- Avg across years
- 73/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 18
64. 2022 Tesla Model X — 72/100
Reliability is mixed, and the Model X sits well below average among SUVs. Suspension and electrical complaints run through most years, from rear tires worn to the cords to screens that go blank while driving. The 2018 and 2023 years are the ones to avoid. The 2022 is the site's pick, while the newest years have had little time to collect complaints.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 54/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 0
65. 2022 Kia Seltos — 72/100
Reliability is good, and the Seltos sits close to average among SUVs. Skip 2021, where owners report engines that burn oil until the dipstick reads dry, then stall, sometimes at highway speed. The 2024 is the safer buy, with complaints that lean toward electrical glitches such as an instrument cluster that goes dark in very cold weather.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 68/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 69
66. 2021 Toyota Sequoia — 72/100
Reliability is good for a full-size SUV, and yearly repair costs run below the class average. The 2018 and 2019 years rate lowest, and 2018 draws the most complaints, mostly false driver-assist warnings, including hard braking with nothing ahead. Years from 2020 on look cleaner. The 2022 is the pick. Confirm all recall work is done before buying.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 71/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 4
67. 2022 BMW X7 — 72/100
Good overall and close to average among SUVs, the X7 is best bought as a 2022, which has the lowest complaint rate of any established year. Brakes are the top complaint area, led by a pedal that sticks hard after shifting into Drive. Starter failures and a leaking roof antenna that floods the telematics unit come next. The 2026 is the year to skip.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 69/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 18
68. 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 72/100
Reliability standing is good, but the Grand Cherokee ranks below average among SUVs, and repair costs run above the midsize SUV norm at about $666 a year. The 2020 model is the best-supported pick, while 2018 is the one to skip. Watch for touchscreens that delaminate and press buttons on their own, and for vehicles that roll away after being shifted into park.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 65/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 207
69. 2022 Honda Pilot — 72/100
Reliability is good and yearly repair costs run a little under the midsize SUV average. The 2019 model year is the one to skip, mainly because the engine can stall or refuse to restart after auto idle stop shuts it off at a light. The 2024 is the better pick, though owners there report steering noise and a hesitant automatic.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 64/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 105
70. 2022 Volvo XC90 — 72/100
Used XC90s rate good for reliability and sit close to the average for SUVs. Electrical trouble is the main concern, from glitching center screens to water leaks that can reach the transmission module and fail on the highway. The 2024 is the year to buy. The 2023 and 2020 rate lowest, though no year is a clear one to avoid.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 71/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 27
71. 2023 Ford Escape — 72/100
Reliability is good and close to average among SUVs, but the gap between model years is wide. Favor the 2024 and be wary of the 2020 and 2018. The biggest engine worry is coolant leaking into the cylinders, which can end in a replacement engine. The 2020 adds door structure failures and slipping transmissions.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 72/100
- Avg across years
- 63/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 13 / 107
72. 2020 Kia Sorento — 71/100
Used Sorento reliability is good overall and close to average for SUVs. The 2024 model year is the safer pick, and 2019 is the one to skip. The problem that matters most is engine oil loss with no warning light, which can end in knocking, a stall at highway speed and a replacement engine, often between 90,000 and 116,000 miles.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 71/100
- Avg across years
- 68/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 115
73. 2020 Volvo XC40 — 71/100
Electrical shutdowns and a rearview camera that drops out in reverse hurt the 2021 and 2023, and the XC40 trails most compact SUVs on the site despite a good standing. The 2020 is the year to favor, with few owner complaints and one recall. Driver-assist systems that brake hard with nothing ahead also show up in complaints.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 71/100
- Avg across years
- 56/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 10
74. 2023 Audi Q5 — 71/100
Reliability is good for a midsize SUV and close to average against other SUVs, though yearly repair costs run above the luxury midsize average. Favor 2023 and avoid 2018. The biggest worries are water ruining the rear-seat gateway control module, which can cut power and light up warnings, and rear coil springs that break with no warning light.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 71/100
- Avg across years
- 67/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 6
75. 2019 GMC Yukon — 71/100
Used Yukons hold up well, and yearly repair costs run a little under the full-size SUV average. The 2020 is the safer pick, and 2021 is the year to avoid. The problem that matters most is engine lifter and camshaft failure, which shows up as ticking, misfires, and sudden power loss, often with no warning light. Transmission slipping and shudder come second.
- Best year
- 2019
- Best-year score
- 71/100
- Avg across years
- 65/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 95
76. 2023 Subaru Ascent — 71/100
Used Ascents rate good for reliability and sit close to average among SUVs. The 2024 model is the safer pick, while 2019 is the one to avoid. Watch for batteries that drain while parked and a CVT that shudders, slips, or loses drive on the highway. Windshields that crack easily also come up often.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 71/100
- Avg across years
- 64/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 36
77. 2023 Ford Explorer — 71/100
Transmissions that shudder or lose drive and A-pillar trim that flies off at highway speed are the Explorer's main complaints. Reliability standing is good, but it sits below average among SUVs, and repair costs run above the midsize class. The 2020 model year is the one to avoid. The 2024 is the year to favor.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 71/100
- Avg across years
- 64/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 12 / 84
78. 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe — 70/100
Reliability is good overall and close to average for midsize SUVs, with yearly repair costs below the class average. The 2018 is the year to skip because of engine oil burning that can end in a seized engine. The 2024 is the better buy, though owners report early transmission faults and gauge screens going dark, so test drive carefully.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 70/100
- Avg across years
- 68/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 165
79. 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE — 70/100
Cylinder head failure, often near 50,000 miles, is the costliest risk on the GLE, with repairs quoted from $7,000 to $13,500. Skip the 2020, which also lets water into the footwells. The 2024 is the better buy, and 2019 and 2023 also rate well. Standing is good, though below average among SUVs on the site.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 70/100
- Avg across years
- 67/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 5 / 29
80. 2018 Hyundai Kona — 69/100
Rated good for reliability but below average among SUVs, the Kona is best bought from the 2018 model year, which has no recalls and a long track record. The 2019 is the year to avoid. The problem that matters most is an engine that burns oil, knocks and stalls, often ending in a new engine. Fire reports also turn up.
- Best year
- 2018
- Best-year score
- 69/100
- Avg across years
- 62/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 66
81. 2023 Mazda CX-30 — 68/100
Reliability is rated good, though below average among SUVs on the site. The 2021 model year is the one to skip, with 94 owner complaints led by oil disappearing between changes. The 2024 is the better used buy. Across all years, watch for sudden loss of electrical power and automatic braking that stops the car with nothing ahead.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 68/100
- Avg across years
- 65/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 20
82. 2021 GMC Acadia — 68/100
Park-recognition faults are the main worry on a used Acadia: the shifter leaves a "Shift to Park" message on, and some cars have rolled after the driver got out. Reliability is good and close to SUV average, but repairs run $734 a year against $573 for midsize SUVs. Favor the 2024 and watch the 2020 and 2023.
- Best year
- 2021
- Best-year score
- 68/100
- Avg across years
- 66/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 134
83. 2019 Chevrolet Suburban — 68/100
Used Suburbans rate good for reliability and sit close to average among SUVs, though yearly repair costs run above the full-size SUV norm. The 2024 is the pick, and 2021 is the year to avoid. The two problems that matter most are valve lifter failure, which brings ticking, misfires and sudden power loss, and transmissions that fail suddenly, often with no warning light.
- Best year
- 2019
- Best-year score
- 68/100
- Avg across years
- 66/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 61
84. 2023 Kia Telluride — 68/100
Reliability is good, though below average among SUVs. Windshields that crack from small chips and a V6 that burns oil with no warning light are the problems that matter most. Skip the 2020 model year. The 2024 is the safer pick among years that have been on the road a while. Estimated annual repair cost is $573.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 68/100
- Avg across years
- 62/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 5 / 161
85. 2022 BMW X5 — 67/100
Reliability is mixed and well below average among SUVs, with 2022 the pick and 2019 the year to skip. Sudden loss of power with a drivetrain warning shows up across many years. Electrical faults are the most reported, from no-start failures to a total loss of electrical power on the plug-in hybrid. Brake complaints stand out on 2024 and 2025.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 67/100
- Avg across years
- 59/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 51
86. 2022 Audi Q7 — 67/100
Used Q7 buyers get a model that rates good but sits below average among SUVs. Skip 2018, with heavy oil use and broken rear coil springs, and 2021, where the mild hybrid starter generator can fail and shut the car off on the freeway. The 2024 is the site's pick, and later years look clean but have had less time to collect complaints.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 67/100
- Avg across years
- 63/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 13
87. 2023 Audi Q8 — 67/100
A failing 48-volt starter generator is the Q8's biggest weakness, since it can shut the SUV down while moving, and acceleration lag from a stop is the other common complaint. Reliability rates good but below average among SUVs, and 2019 draws the most complaints while 2023 is the better used pick. Repairs average about $1127 a year.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 67/100
- Avg across years
- 62/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 2
88. 2023 BMW X3 — 67/100
Used X3 shoppers should pick the year with care. The 2023 model is the best-supported buy, while 2025 draws complaints of stalling, fire risk, and braking that triggers with nothing ahead. Across all years, water leaking past the roof antenna seal and slow coolant loss are the costly problems, with owner quotes reaching several thousand dollars.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 67/100
- Avg across years
- 62/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 9
89. 2023 Cadillac Lyriq — 67/100
Reliability for this electric SUV rates good and sits close to the average among SUVs. The 2023 model year is the pick, since it has been on the road longest and shows a lower complaint rate per car sold than 2024. Watch for low-beam headlights that sag after a few minutes of driving, and for electrical faults such as a dead driver display or a car that will not start.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 67/100
- Avg across years
- 67/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 7 / 24
90. 2023 Ford Expedition — 67/100
Used Expedition shoppers should favor 2024 and skip 2018 and 2020. The main worry is the 10-speed automatic, which slips, drops into neutral, or downshifts hard at speed, often with no warning light. Cold-start rattle from failing cam phasers is the second issue. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly upkeep at $861, above the $784 full-size SUV average.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 67/100
- Avg across years
- 57/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 8 / 62
91. 2023 Ford Bronco Sport — 67/100
Stalling from electrical faults and failed transmissions define the weak years, especially 2021, while the 2024 is the safer used pick with far fewer complaints per car sold. Rear brake groan and long waits for recall parts also come up often. Standing is good, though below average among SUVs.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 67/100
- Avg across years
- 60/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 13 / 114
92. 2023 Porsche Macan — 66/100
Most Macan years from 2019 on hold up well, but the 2018 is one to skip, with 13 recalls and complaints about airbag sensors and steering. Repair costs run about $1,265 a year, above the luxury compact norm. The 2024 is the best pick, though some owners report sudden automatic braking with nothing ahead.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 66/100
- Avg across years
- 62/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 0 / 6
93. 2019 Cadillac Escalade — 66/100
Good overall reliability, though below average among SUVs. The recurring problem is lifter and camshaft failure, which shows up as loud knocking, rough idle, and sometimes sudden power loss, with repairs that can reach about $15,000. The 2020 is the pick for used buyers, and 2021 is the year to avoid because of sudden engine failure. Newer years look clean mostly because they have had less time to collect complaints.
- Best year
- 2019
- Best-year score
- 66/100
- Avg across years
- 60/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 51
94. 2022 BMW X6 — 66/100
Used buyers get a model with good reliability, though it ranks well below average among SUVs on the site. The 2022 is the year to favor, and 2026 is the one to avoid. The problems that matter most are brake trouble, such as warning lamps and automatic emergency braking shutting off, and driver door and mirror issues.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 66/100
- Avg across years
- 64/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 3
95. 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E — 66/100
Sudden power loss while driving is the main worry on the Mustang Mach-E, with a "Stop Safely Now" warning before the car slows and shuts down. Reliability is good and close to average among SUVs. Model year 2023 draws the most complaints and is the one to skip. The 2024 is the safer pick, while 2025 and 2026 are too new to judge.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 66/100
- Avg across years
- 66/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 104
96. 2023 Genesis GV60 — 66/100
Holding up well for a used SUV, the GV60 sits close to average among its rivals. The 2024 is the year to favor, since 2023 has the most complaints and the 2025 is too new to judge. The problem that matters most is the charging unit, where owners report a loud pop from the rear and a sudden loss of power, plus an instrument cluster that stays blank at startup.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 66/100
- Avg across years
- 66/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 8 / 58
97. 2023 Lincoln Aviator — 66/100
Electronic door releases that stop working and trap passengers are the Aviator's biggest weak spot, and the 2020 model year adds transmissions that drop into neutral at highway speed. Reliability is rated good, though below average among SUVs on the site. The 2024 is the year to favor, and the 2020 is the one to skip.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 66/100
- Avg across years
- 62/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 16 / 21
98. 2023 Mazda CX-50 — 65/100
False automatic emergency braking and repeated dead batteries are the faults to check on this SUV. The car brakes hard with nothing ahead, and a drained battery can lock owners out. Reliability is good and close to average for SUVs. The 2024 is the year to favor, 2023 has drawn the most owner complaints, and the 2026 is too new to judge.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 65/100
- Avg across years
- 65/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 49
99. 2023 Subaru Solterra — 65/100
Reliability is rated good and close to average among SUVs, but the complaints that do exist are serious. Owners describe sudden, forceful acceleration at parking speed and adaptive cruise control that speeds toward traffic it has lost track of. The 2024 is the year to favor and the 2023 is the one to avoid. The 2025 has too little time on the road to judge.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 65/100
- Avg across years
- 65/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 2 / 25
100. 2022 Hyundai Palisade — 65/100
Good overall reliability, though below average among SUVs on the site. The 2020 model year is the one to skip: windshields crack within the first few thousand miles, and the 3.8L V6 can burn oil with no warning light. The 2022 is the better used pick. Across all years, owners report ABS braking that rolls past stops and seat belt buckles that unlatch while driving.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 65/100
- Avg across years
- 62/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 5 / 241
101. 2023 Chevrolet Bolt — 64/100
Mixed overall and well below average among SUVs, this compact electric model is best bought as a 2023 or 2021. The 2019 is the one to skip, with owner reports of battery fires while parked and charging. Across all years, steering that stops returning to center and sudden loss of drive power are the problems to check first.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 64/100
- Avg across years
- 59/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 146
102. 2023 Lincoln Navigator — 63/100
Used Navigators hold a good reliability standing, though they rank below average among SUVs on the site. The 2024 is the year to buy, while 2018 and 2019 draw the most complaints. Two problems matter most: hard, slamming transmission shifts that can cut power at highway speed, and a cold-start engine rattle traced to the cam phasers. Repairs average about $1,089 a year.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 63/100
- Avg across years
- 60/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 8 / 5
103. 2018 Porsche Cayenne — 62/100
Mixed overall and well below average among SUVs, the Cayenne is a costly used buy that rewards careful year selection. The 2018 is the pick, while 2019 drew the most complaints and recalls. Watch for melting charging cables on E-Hybrids and a lurch just before a full stop. Independent data puts repairs near $1,231 a year.
- Best year
- 2018
- Best-year score
- 62/100
- Avg across years
- 59/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 1 / 13
104. 2020 Audi e-tron — 62/100
Used E-Trons rank well below average among SUVs, with a mixed record overall. The main risk is electrical: a sudden warning to stop safely, then the motors shut down and the car needs a tow. Some owners also report the car rolling freely when they lift off the accelerator. The 2020 is the year to favor, while 2022 carries the heaviest recall load.
- Best year
- 2020
- Best-year score
- 62/100
- Avg across years
- 52/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 1
105. 2019 Jeep Wrangler — 62/100
Rated good but below average among SUVs, the Wrangler is best bought as a 2023 and costs more to keep running than the compact SUV average. Steering is the big complaint: the wheel goes heavy or the front end shakes violently at highway speed, worst in 2018 and 2021. Electrical faults and failed manual clutches also appear. Repairs average $694 a year against $521 for compact SUVs.
- Best year
- 2019
- Best-year score
- 62/100
- Avg across years
- 60/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 9 / 691
106. 2023 Genesis GV70 — 60/100
Sudden power loss is the problem to watch on the GV70. The car stalls in traffic or will not pass 30 to 40 mph, often with no warning light. Reliability standing is good but below average among SUVs. The 2022 is the year to avoid, the 2024 is the better buy, and warning lights that stay on are the second issue.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 60/100
- Avg across years
- 58/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 5 / 56
107. 2022 Land Rover Defender 110 — 59/100
Electrical faults and cracking windshields are what to watch on this full-size SUV. The 2024 model year is the one to favor, with far fewer owner complaints than 2022 or 2023. A failed DC/DC converter can trigger a dash warning and then a full shutdown, and windshields crack with no impact. The 2025 and 2026 cars are too new to judge.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 59/100
- Avg across years
- 58/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 61
108. 2023 Dodge Hornet — 59/100
Reliability sits well below other compact SUVs, and the electrical system is the main reason. Door latches fail, batteries drain, and the center screen can stay dark after a jump start. The 2023 is the year to buy. The 2024 has the heaviest recall and complaint load, and the 2025 is too new to judge.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 59/100
- Avg across years
- 59/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 4 / 25
109. 2023 Jeep Wagoneer — 59/100
Used Wagoneers have a good reliability standing but sit below average among SUVs. The problem to know about is sudden shutdowns while driving, which can take out power steering and brake assist. The 2022 is the year to skip, and the 2024 is the better buy. The 2025 shows few complaints mostly because it has had less time on the road.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 59/100
- Avg across years
- 57/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 8 / 93
110. 2023 Volkswagen Atlas — 58/100
Reliability is mixed, and the Atlas ranks well below average among SUVs. Electrical faults lead the complaints, mainly engines that shut off at stoplights under auto start-stop and need a jump, followed by passenger air bag sensor warnings. Favor 2023 and skip 2018 and 2021. The 2025 and 2026 years look clean mostly because they have had little time to collect complaints.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 58/100
- Avg across years
- 50/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 11 / 114
111. 2023 Rivian R1S — 57/100
Used R1S buyers get a mixed picture, and the SUV sits well below average among others on the site. The 2024 is the year to favor, with far fewer complaints than 2023 or 2025. Two problems matter most: the front passenger air bag switching off with an adult seated, and software-related electrical failures such as black screens and power loss in traffic.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 57/100
- Avg across years
- 57/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 9 / 60
112. 2023 BMW iX — 56/100
Used buyers get a mixed picture here, and the electric SUV sits well below average against other SUVs on the site. The 2024 is the year to favor, with fewer recalls than 2022 or 2023. The most serious complaints describe the dash going black and drive power cutting out while moving, and a driver airbag repair stalled for months by parts shortages.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 56/100
- Avg across years
- 54/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 12 / 35
113. 2023 Tesla Model Y — 53/100
Mixed overall and well below average among SUVs, the Model Y improves with newer years. The 2020 and 2021 cars draw the most complaints, led by phantom braking on cruise control and sudden surges at parking speeds. The 2024 is the better used pick, though some owners report computer failures that blacked out cameras and driver aids.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 53/100
- Avg across years
- 49/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 15 / 997
114. 2023 Kia EV6 — 52/100
Sudden loss of drive power from a failed charge control unit (ICCU) is the defining problem on the EV6. The car warns, slows to a crawl, then shuts down and may not restart. Reports run through 2022 to 2024, with 2022 the year to avoid and 2024 the better pick. Newer years have too little time on the road to judge.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 52/100
- Avg across years
- 49/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 98
115. 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 — 50/100
Sudden loss of drive power is the main risk on this electric SUV. Owners trace it to the charging control unit (ICCU), often after a pop and a crawl-speed limp mode. The 2022 and 2023 years collect the most complaints, and 2024 is the better used pick. Overall standing is mixed, and well below average among SUVs on the site.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 50/100
- Avg across years
- 48/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 3 / 311
116. 2023 Ford Bronco — 50/100
Mixed overall and well below average among SUVs, the Bronco is a used buy that depends heavily on the year. The 2021 and 2022 models draw the most complaints, led by sudden power loss while driving and automatic transmission failure. The 2024 is the steadier pick, while 2025 and 2026 are too new to judge fairly.
- Best year
- 2023
- Best-year score
- 50/100
- Avg across years
- 45/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 27 / 295
117. 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 — 49/100
Mixed reliability and well below average among SUVs, the ID-4 is best bought as a 2022. Electrical faults dominate owner complaints: the car shuts down, screens go black, and doors fail to open. Unintended surges while parking are the most serious pattern. The 2023 model year is the one to avoid.
- Best year
- 2022
- Best-year score
- 49/100
- Avg across years
- 46/100
- Recalls / complaints
- 7 / 126
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the most reliable used SUV?
- Based on our data, the 2022 Lexus RX is the most reliable used SUV with a score of 90/100 ("Excellent"). It has 0 recalls and 35 owner complaints.
- Are used SUVs reliable?
- Reliability varies significantly by make, model, and year. Some used SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 consistently score well, while luxury SUVs tend to have higher repair costs and more complex systems that can fail. Our rankings help you identify the most dependable options.
- What should I look for when buying a used SUV?
- Check the reliability score and recall history for the specific model year. Look at owner complaint patterns, estimated repair costs, and whether common issues are covered by recalls or extended warranties. A pre-purchase inspection is always recommended.
- Are compact SUVs more reliable than mid-size SUVs?
- Not necessarily. Reliability depends more on the specific model and manufacturer than on size class. However, simpler powertrains and fewer electronic features generally correlate with better long-term reliability. In our data, compact SUVs do average slightly higher scores due to less mechanical complexity.
- What SUV lasts the longest?
- SUVs with reliability scores above 70 are more likely to reach 200,000+ miles with regular maintenance. The 2022 Lexus RX leads our rankings with a score of 90/100, suggesting strong long-term durability. Toyota and mainstream Japanese SUVs historically have the best longevity track records.
- Are hybrid SUVs reliable long-term?
Hybrid SUVs from established makers — Toyota especially — have proven reliable long-term. Toyota's system has been in production since 1997, with a strong durability track record.
Battery degradation is the main used-buyer concern, but coverage is generous:
- Most manufacturers: 8–10 year battery warranty
- Mileage coverage: 100,000–150,000 miles
- Always confirm coverage transfers with the second owner before buying
- What is the most reliable used SUV on a budget?
- For budget buyers, the 2021 Chevrolet Trax offers the best reliability in the under-$15,000 price range, scoring 81/100. Prices are based on current dealer listings.
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.
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