A North American ranking shows us which cars we should be wary of. Not reliable models, the repairs of which will cost a lot.
When looking for a car, whether new or used, we want it to be the best fit for our needs. In addition to the criteria of power, space or safety, we must also take care of the reliability of the model we want. It’s no use being beautiful or powerful if we can’t rely on it when we need it.
Canadians from Car Help Corner have compiled a ranking of the worst new cars you can buy. They are very broken models, the repairs of which will cost a lot of money.
1. Hyundai Santa Fe
According to data provided by Car Edge, the Hyundai Santa Fe has maintenance costs of almost $40,000 over five years. Whether it’s depreciation, fuel consumption or insurance, the Hyundai Santa Fe is at the tail end of the segment. It’s not too good in terms of reliability either, having had a series of recalls over time. A better alternative is the Toyota RAV4, an SUV with much lower maintenance costs.
2. Chrysler Pacifica
Even though minivans no longer enjoy the popularity of the past, there are still a few models on the market, especially in North America. The Chrysler Pacifica, like the Hyundai Santa Fe, has high maintenance costs, much of which comes from the very high depreciation these cars suffer from. It also has a reputation for rather poor reliability and high repair costs. A much better alternative is the Toyota Sienna.
3. Ford Explorer
The current generation of Ford Explorer is not exactly a monument of reliability. According to Car Edge, a Ford Explorer will cost the owner about $43,000 in the first five years. In addition to the depreciation that occurs with new cars, insurance costs and fuel consumption also contribute to this amount. There were problems with engines, transmissions, but also on the electrical side. A much more reliable alternative is the Toyota Highlander.
4. RAM 1500
In the van segment, the worst choice is the RAM 1500. Due to high depreciation, high fuel consumption and poor reliability, the RAM 1500 is not among the recommendations in this ranking. Instead, a better alternative is the GMC Sierra.
5. Jeep Grand Cherokee
According to Car Edge, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is the most expensive midsize SUV in the first five years. The amount comes to just over $50,000, and much of that money is depreciation, fuel and insurance. Reliability is not very good either, with some owners reporting problems, especially after the warranty period. The alternative proposed by Car Help Corner is the Honda Passport.
6. BMW 5 Series and Audi A6
According to the ranking, both cars have operating costs of about $64,000 in the first five years, with much of that amount being depreciation. Car Help Corner recommends the Lexus ES instead, due to its lower running costs and high reliability.
7. Land Rover Range Rover Velar
It’s one of the best-looking SUVs on the market, but in this case, beauty comes at a cost. Not only by the purchase price, but also by the high operating costs of this model. It is a car that quickly depreciates due to low reliability and high maintenance costs. A more pocket-friendly alternative might be the Lexus RX.
8. Tesla Model S and Model X
Both of Tesla’s flagships suffer from heavy depreciation. However, the most convenient electric car when it comes to maintenance is the Tesla Model 3, the most affordable model produced by the American company.
9. Lincoln Navigator and Cadillac Escalade
Two large SUVs that we can see on the roads of the States and beyond, the Navigator and the Escalade are among the cars that customers should avoid. It suffers from very high depreciation, and the fuel consumption is very high. According to Car Edge, the best SUV in the full-size category is the Toyota Sequoia.
10. Land Rover Range Rover
The most expensive model produced by the Land Rover brand, the full-size Range Rover, closes this ranking. According to Car Edge data, a Range Rover will cost the owner, on average, about $125,000 in the first five years. Depreciation plays an important role here, but other costs such as insurance and maintenance are also quite high. If you really want a large SUV capable of off-roading, you can opt for the Lexus LS.
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