Buying a used car is often the more economical choice, but if the car is prone to problems, the savings you make upfront may be wasted. That’s why it’s important to choose a used car that’s known for its reliability.
To find the most and least reliable used car brands, Consumer Reports ranked brands based on issues reported by Consumer Reports members with currently owned vehicles that are 5 to 10 years old. Based on these reports, Consumer Reports gave brands a score between 0 and 100.
Let’s take a look at the used car brands with the lowest reliability scores.
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Chrysler
Reliability score (out of 100): 27
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Dodge
Reliability score (out of 100): 28
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Tesla
Reliability score (out of 100): 30
Jeep
Reliability score (out of 100): 32
Ram
Reliability score (out of 100): 35
GMC
Reliability score (out of 100): 36
Ford
Reliability score (out of 100): 36
Kia
Reliability score (out of 100): 38
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Chevrolet
Reliability score (out of 100): 38
Hyundai
Reliability score (out of 100): 38
Audi
Reliability score (out of 100): 39
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Volvo
Reliability score (out of 100): 40
Data taken from Consumer Reports and current as of 8/27/2024.
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