More reliable than new ones: 10 used cars worth splurging on

Given the economic situation, not everyone can afford a new car. Fortunately, vehicles nowadays last much longer, and some used models can even compete with new cars. According to Forbes, cars made in 1970 served an average of 5.7 years and stopped at 250 thousand kilometers.

Today, the average age of passenger cars is about 12.5 years, and many vehicles can reach a mileage of more than 500 thousand km, of course, if we are talking about regular maintenance. Experts have revealed the top 10 cars on the secondary market that will be an ideal investment.

Toyota Sequoia

Potential mileage: 480 thousand km

Almost all leading expert publications, including Consumer Reports ratings or iSeeCars research, put Toyota at the top of the reliability ratings.

Toyota Land Cruiser

Potential service life: 450 thousand kilometers

500 thousand kilometers is a lot for any car, but the Land Cruiser is known for its durability, and buying a used model should not scare off any potential buyer, experts say.

Chevrolet Suburban

Potential mileage: 430 thousand km

With a potential mileage of more than 430 thousand kilometers, the Suburban is one of the most durable SUVs, more reliable than its competitors Ford Expedition, Dodge Durango, and Jeep Wagoneer.

Toyota Tundra

Potential mileage: 412 thousand kilometers

Pickup trucks that are subjected to heavy use are likely to have structural or mechanical problems when they reach high odometer readings. Toyota has a well-deserved reputation for reliability and durability and can easily reach more than 400 thousand kilometers.

GMC Yukon XL

Potential service life: 410 thousand km

Ranked fifth in the iSeeCars rating, the Yukon XL can easily last for two decades. According to MotorBiscuit, SUV owners reported problems with electronics, power equipment, and body integrity, but rarely had complaints about the engine, transmission, and fuel system.

Toyota Prius

Potential service life: 403 thousand kilometers

Economical and reliable, the Prius is simply the best compact car on the market, and its batteries are "almost invincible," according to MotorBiscuit. The distant future may be electric, but the near future is hybrid. CR ranks the Prius #1 among all compact cars for reliability, price, and customer satisfaction.

Chevrolet Tahoe

Potential service life: 402 thousand kilometers

The Tahoe will outperform many of its competitors when it comes to mileage. It is a high-quality, reliable, and relatively affordable model.

Honda Ridgeline

Potential service life: 400 thousand kilometers

For those who want the practicality of a truck and the performance of an SUV, experts recommend trying the Ridgeline. Cars can last more than 400 thousand km with careful driving and regular maintenance, according to HotCars.

Toyota Avalon

Potential service life: 395 thousand km

According to MotorBiscuit experts, owners of a used Avalon can be sure that the car will serve them for several decades. Discontinued in 2022, the sturdy Avalon is consistently among the highest mileage cars on the used car market.

Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Potential service life: 394 thousand kilometers

This midsize three-row SUV is known for its reliability. According to RepairPal, you can expect the Highlander Hybrid to last at least 390 thousand kilometers.

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