12 Cars Proven to Get to 200,000 Miles
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From Consumer Reports:
"Almost any car can make it to 200,000 miles and beyond if you spend enough money on it. The better strategy is to start with a model that has proven to be safe, scored high in our road tests, has a strong reliability track record, and has been properly maintained. This put the odds on your side for a long, happy ownership experience. Just make sure you follow the maintenance schedule in your owner’s manual, and take care of minor problems as they arise.
These are the top 12 most problem-free cars, minivans, pickup trucks, and SUVs that have proved to most often go 200,000 miles or farther, according to surveys of Consumer Reports members. Many other models in our Annual Auto Surveys reached that milestone, but they did not have as high a percentage of trouble-free vehicles.
There is a clear theme on this list: Honda and Toyota models have fewer problems and go the distance more often than vehicles from other brands."
No. 1: Toyota Camry
No. 2: Honda Accord
No. 3: Honda CR-V
No. 4: Toyota Prius
No. 5: Toyota Sienna
No. 6: Ford F-150
No. 7: Toyota Corolla
No. 8: Toyota Highlander
No. 9: Toyota 4Runner
No. 10: Toyota Tacoma
No. 11: Honda Civic
No. 12: Honda Pilot"Now look here, you Baltic gas passer... " - Mik, 6/14/08
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The Ford is very dependent on the engine.
Speaking of engines, I have a 2015 Hyundai Sonata with a 2.4 GDI. That car came with a 100,000 mile warranty on the drivetrain. After some problems, Hyundai upped the engine warranty to 130,000 miles. After a class action lawsuit, Hyundai warranted the motor to the original purchaser for as long as they own the car (if I understand correctly.
Mine died last Monday, with a 142,221 miles. I have meticulous maintenance records, with almost all work done at the dealership. When my claim was submitted by the dealer, a motor was approved in less than 3 hours by corporate.
Picked the car up Friday and I'm gong to try to roll at least another 100K...
Now, you don't get your choice of motors. Most are rebuilt. Hyundai sent me a crate motor.
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Having said all that, more than one maker has had trouble with GDI technology. It's a carbon monster and I don't think it's worth the benefits.
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From Consumer Reports:
"Almost any car can make it to 200,000 miles and beyond if you spend enough money on it. The better strategy is to start with a model that has proven to be safe, scored high in our road tests, has a strong reliability track record, and has been properly maintained. This put the odds on your side for a long, happy ownership experience. Just make sure you follow the maintenance schedule in your owner’s manual, and take care of minor problems as they arise.
These are the top 12 most problem-free cars, minivans, pickup trucks, and SUVs that have proved to most often go 200,000 miles or farther, according to surveys of Consumer Reports members. Many other models in our Annual Auto Surveys reached that milestone, but they did not have as high a percentage of trouble-free vehicles.
There is a clear theme on this list: Honda and Toyota models have fewer problems and go the distance more often than vehicles from other brands."
No. 1: Toyota Camry
No. 2: Honda Accord
No. 3: Honda CR-V
No. 4: Toyota Prius
No. 5: Toyota Sienna
No. 6: Ford F-150
No. 7: Toyota Corolla
No. 8: Toyota Highlander
No. 9: Toyota 4Runner
No. 10: Toyota Tacoma
No. 11: Honda Civic
No. 12: Honda Pilot@George-K said in 12 Cars Proven to Get to 200,000 Miles:
and has been properly maintained. This put the odds on your side for a long, happy ownership experience.
Does the car or the owner get credit for longevity?
Which models have the shortest lifespans? Cars that appeal to people who are less likely to maintain them properly?
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My GMC Terrain is at 242,000. We bought it on election night 2016 (it was amazing how the entire staff at the dealership was excited and cheering the Trump news as it was rolling in. You would have thought it was the Super Bowl). When we bought it, it was at 45K. So 200K miles over 7 years (and 1 of those years was 2020…)
I did have to put a rebuilt tranny in due to a mistake made by a service company, that was about $3K if I remember correctly, but we’ve gotten our money’s worth out of it. Hoping to get through May 2025 before we replace it. Should put us close to 300K…
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I have a 2015 GMC Sierra with 124K, that I bought new.
Besides routine maintenance, 0 issues or repairs. 0. And folks, I pull an occasional 5000 pound trailer with that truck, haul wood, a yard of gravel, etc.
But, when i bought it, I wanted old tech. No cylinder drop-out, no GDI, no CVT or 8 speed transmission. Just a small block V8 with a four-speed tranny.
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It is amazing how good quality cars have gotten over the years. Getting 100,000 miles on a car is nothing any more. Easy to do.
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Having said all that, more than one maker has had trouble with GDI technology. It's a carbon monster and I don't think it's worth the benefits.
@Jolly said in 12 Cars Proven to Get to 200,000 Miles:
Having said all that, more than one maker has had trouble with GDI technology. It's a carbon monster and I don't think it's worth the benefits.
Yeah, it depends on whether cleaning out the carbon buildup takes place during, or after, the warranty expires, right?
