You will spend a fortune on repairs: 10 new cars not worth buying

When buying a car, drivers expect to spend little on repairs. However, you should always check how much the maintenance will cost so that it doesn't come as an unpleasant surprise.

With the increase in car mileage, repair costs become higher. Hotcars has selected models that are better not to buy.

2019 Volvo XC90

This is the largest and most luxurious seven-seater SUV of the Swedish brand. It is equipped with one of the most advanced safety systems, which makes it a leader in its segment.

In the first year of use, maintenance costs are approximately $851, gradually increasing to $2,604 by the 12th year of ownership. The probability that the XC90 will require significant repairs is 36.25%.

2021 Audi Q8

The SUV has an amazing design and an aggressive style. The car is equipped with a powerful engine. The maintenance cost of the Audi Q8 is approximately $987 in the first year of ownership, and is projected to increase annually to $2,624 by year 12.

Buyers can expect to spend a total of $12,551 on maintenance and repairs over the first 10 years of use. The Q8 has a lower reliability score than the segment average. The probability that the XC90 will require significant repairs is 36.25%.

2019 Cadillac Escalade

Looking at the size and power of the car, it is immediately clear that you need to spend a lot of money on its maintenance.

Approximate maintenance and repair costs are $12,933. The cost of repairs in the first year is $492, and by the 12th year, it increases to $2,673. The forecasts for the need for major repairs over 10 years of ownership are 36.55%.

2017 Jaguar F-Pace

This is a luxury SUV that offers the buyer elegance and performance. It has a powerful engine and modern technology.

The first year of ownership requires approximately $553 for maintenance and repairs. Jaguar F-Pace has an estimated cost of maintenance and repair of $16,103 for the first 10 years of operation. The probability that the F-Pace will require major repairs during the same period is 48.24%.

2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

This car symbolizes luxury and high status in society. Projected repair and maintenance costs reach $16,561 over the first 10 years.

During the first year of ownership of the G-Wagon, maintenance costs are approximately $721; after 12 years, these figures will increase to $3,268. Experts predict that the probability that a Mercedes-Benz G-Class will require major repairs during the first 10 years of operation is 42.69%.

2019 Ram 1500

This is one of the most stylish and reliable pickups in the full-size segment. In the first year of ownership, you will need to spend $567 on maintenance, but by the 12th year, the costs increase to $3,836.

The total 10-year maintenance and repair costs for the Ram 1500 are about $17,677. The probability that the car will require significant repairs during the ten years of ownership is 54.8%.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover

Range Rover is the standard of prestige and status in the luxury SUV segment. Maintaining the car in working order during the first 10 years of ownership will cost about $18,228.

In the first year of using the SUV, you will need to spend $735, which is projected to increase to $3,697 in the 12th year of ownership. The probability that a Range Rover will require major repairs within the first 10 years is 49.63%.

2020 Porsche 911

This amazing car is equipped with a powerful engine and modern technology. However, to enjoy this car, you will need to spend $18,231 on repairs and maintenance over 10 years alone.

Maintenance costs during the first year are $780, but by the 12th year, the costs will increase to $3,619. The probability that a Porsche 911 will require major repairs within 10 years is 47.59%.

2021 BMW X6 M

Other variants of the BMW X are among the top 20 most expensive SUVs to repair and maintain, but this car takes the top spot. The BMW X6 M will require approximately $18,900 in repairs and maintenance over the first 10 years.

Maintenance costs for the X6 M start at $693 in the first year and then rise to almost $4,000 after the first 12 years of ownership. The probability of needing a major repair within the first 10 years is 54.61%.

2020 Porsche Cayenne

This amazing car has many advantages, but the cost is the biggest drawback. In the first 10 years of operation of the Cayenne, you will spend about $20,552 on maintenance.

In the first year of operation, the costs start at $679, and by the 12th year, they will rise to $4,312. The probability that the car will require major repairs during the first 10 years is 60.89%.

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