AVOID These Junk Cars With Engines That Die FAST!

[@quercus5398]

You described the Subaru as a good car,only problems with turbo......the turbos are a general problem with EVERY make! Usually the turbos are heavily abused by youth,give the same car to a senior,and it’s for life!

[@patrickhenry2845]

Are you saying that Generation Z youths can abuse a car's longevity?

[@quercus5398]

@@patrickhenry2845 any piece of man made machinery can be abused,especially turbos,suspensions,trannys,etc,etc Most kids will destroy a car within a year,racing,burn outs,jack rabbit starts etc,etc Now,are you trying to be cute,or you think you are beyond common sense?

[@patrickhenry2845]

@@quercus5398 I've been around far too long. Not to have exercised common sense.

[@briana3695]

The problem with Subby aside from Turbo is the design of the motor and the piston position itself. It's still a gamble and one I would keep clear off.

[@quercus5398]

@@patrickhenry2845 Age does not make equilibrium!

[@not12listen]

10 year WRX owner here. The turbo issues that you've detailed primarily occur if you've increased the boost pressure. The same goes for the ringlands failing - higher than stock boost pressures OR if you have a poor quality tune. The engine is not fragile, but it is designed with very specific limits from the factory. As stated previously, increasing the boost pressure will cause ringland issues if done incorrectly (ie. get a proper tune by a professional), but more critically is how the engine is broken in from mile 0. It is common to hear Subaru owners talk about .5qt to 1.5qt of oil consumed every 3000 miles. I followed the break-in process that was detailed to me by a nice guy that works for Toyota on all of their race engines (ie. the SLOW and gentle break-in process that took 3000 miles). Since that time, just around 100k miles ago, my engine does not leak/consume any oil. One of the most critical failings of Subaru engines is the oil pickup tube. It is known to crack and when it does, you no longer have oil pressure, which will cause a catastrophic engine failure very soon after. Other than that, as Subaru engines are interference based, having the timing belt replaced on time OR early, is absolutely critical. I've done the timing belt job and it isn't the funnest thing ever. Finally, the spark plugs. While they do not fail, the rear spark plugs are incredibly annoying to replace because you have a few precious inches before you are contacting the frame. It is a task that requires a lot of patience and cursing.... and beer.

[@edwil111]

yeah stay away from 4-cylinder turbos in general. Any make.

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

​@@edwil111The latest VW 2.0TDI turbo charged engines are pretty reliable here in Europe. If taken care they reach 200k without big issues.

[@longshanks5531]

Do you think the new 2023 WRX will have any of these problems, including the spark plug issue? Thanks!

[@buckdashe2571]

Hey, it’s a fun car. If you aren’t driving it hard, you’re not having fun. Fixing stuff comes with the fun. Otherwise, get a Toyota. (yawn)

[@lukejordan8964]

Yep! Blew through 2 turbos because of too much boost. Didn’t know what the hell I was doing when I got it tuned so this is accurate.

[@bghoody5665]

Sadly, I think the number of cars on this list is only going to grow over the next few years. Great video, Mark.

[@Lupine.]

Surprised no recent Ford models were on this list already.

[@thomashelm6931]

"Palm Springs rental"😂 Best description, ever! Great video Mark!

[@ECPP]

Haha thanks Thomas. This was a fun video and it felt like it transferred to the final edit. Great times. Hope you are having a great weekend. Thomas, if you have a few minutes tomorrow morning, you may like to see the VLOG over at @mark_holubetz. A bit of a new chapter coming up.

[@thomashelm6931]

@@ECPP exciting chapter, at that!

[@PeckiePeck]

I used to drive a PT Cruiser, one of the least reliable cars made in the last 20 years. It still got 110k and I drove it cross country and back twice and neglected my oil changes. Took me 12 years to get to 110k, but the low mileage is deceptive because for many years I sat in bumper to bumper traffic on my commute. Point is that even a bad car often buys you a lot of time to figure out your money situation so you can get something better.

[@Lupine.]

I dailied mine for 10 years and it NEVER let me down. I miss that car so much. I pitch a tent whenever I see a 1st gen with black bumpers go down the road.

[@malcolmar]

I had my PT Cruiser for about 18 years. I know, pretty crazy. The first 5 years were great. The last 13 years not so much. I loved the style and versatility of that car but it was plagued by bad engineering.

[@resistorstudios]

Pt cruiser? They were an absolute pain to work on.. I used to work at a shop from like 08-2015 and would see them all the time. Many had bad motor mounts , over heating issues, electrical issues, suspension wasn't great.... they were just a throw away car , pretty sure they shared many parts with the dodge Neons

[@malcolmar]

@@resistorstudios Yep. Those issues you named are exactly the same things that went wrong with my PT Cruiser.

[@tom8592]

All because the car companies forgot one simple phrase, "keep it simple"

[@ECPP]

Exactly

[@williamrobinson6680]

Bells and whistles sells more cars. Must remain competitive. "Simple" is not an option. Years back, the first thing out of the Nissan salesman's mouth was, "It has push button start!"

[@frank.l181]

I had 94' Acura Integra GSR, best car l every own. The quality build was impeccable, Yes was expensive $22,000 for the time- but well worth it !

[@tennnis498]

Electrical gremlins with a VW? Say it isn’t so! Taking me back 30 years.

[@Michael-ys5cn]

My 2002 Volvo S60 was on its last leg and I needed to get something cheap that would last, with low maintenance. I found a 2010 Corolla with 95,000 ...had it 3 years with no problems at all and 36+ miles per gallon! Great economy car!

[@mynameisstilljafo4063]

It's really a shame what's happened with the Elantra in recent years. I owned two Elantras back in the day, and both were solid cars. Started having issues with the 2001 hatchback after 12 years and 170k miles, but hell's bells, I got my money out of it for sure. The 2010 I bought used never skipped a beat. My nephew drives it now.

[@papaagidi2838]

I know two people with Hyundai Elantra and sonata all with mileage over 200K so far with same transmission and engines. Take care of your car and it will take care of you

[@BobGeogeo]

Yes, replace oil at 1/2 to 2/3 of recommended mile intervals, at least for the first year or 2 of used Hyundais and Kias.

[@maga6319]

Tell this fake scotty kilmer to stop misleading people. He's losing revenue as we speak.

[@stephenhanlin2388]

@@maga6319 Or better yet Teflon Don, tell Kia/Hyundai to start making there own motors so people don’t have to replace them at 112k miles on a well cared for 2012 Sonata

[@billmars612]

Have a 2013 Elantra with the 1.8 engine, multi port fuel injection (no GDI), 6 speed transmission 95,000 miles. Zippy little car. No problems at all.

[@JLeeno]

I have a 2012 wrx I got brand new, 11 years still running, changed the clutch. Not modified, the main issue is the head gasket when people modify their engines.

[@gtwester]

It’s specifically the STi.

[@MyCatIsSmarter]

I had a 2005 turbo legacy. I had burnt valves and later it broke a piston ringland.

[@GF-mf7ml]

Subaru is ok if it don't have turbo.

[@ruthlessreid9172]

I had a 14 WRX great car 66 k when sold no trouble the problem is mods.

[@joecam7109]

@@gtwester the headgasket issue does not pertain to the turbo models. Turbo Subarus use multilayer steel headgaskets. The ones that used to fail were the the models with the naturally aspirated sohc 2.5l engine because of a defect in the material of the gasket itself.

[@billynomates920]

the junk missile - damn i laughed so hard at that :)

[@kame6051]

Include the Maserati Ghibli at about $98k; engine went out at 33000 miles. I bought her new. Junked her. Dealer offered $1000 or $25000 for new engine. Then offered $15000 to rebuild engine.

[@DDoubleU8001]

Ouch. Painful lesson.

[@GF-mf7ml]

It's more expensive than LS swap

[@InsideLookingOut1]

I experienced something similar. Very expensive embarrassing moment..

[@kurtjammer9568]

You must of leaned on it pretty hard..you could get used one for 10..that v6 is pretty stout..

[@drury2d8]

you shouldn't be complaining if you buy one of those lol

[@jrsbat4521]

Wish I knew about Subaru 2.5 turbo problems 19 years ago when I bought my 2004 FXT (not). It's run perfectly all 19 years because I maintained it and didn't up boost. Subies are great cars of you take care of them.

[@ECPP]

Thanks for sharing

[@Mav646]

I think they fixed a lot of these issues with the newer models 19-21. I’ve had 19-21 model sti’s and have never had one issue with any of them. And they hold value very well!!!!

[@edwil111]

yeah change the oil on a Subie every 4K (miles) and they will hang.

[@jond1536]

They just get better and better, the rush barfing, NOW that was funny. once again a GREAT video

[@omt4293]

Never ever buy a Hyundai/Kia/Genesis. Especially with their cars going up in flames just by sitting there.

[@ECPP]

Totally agree, I won’t buy one

[@smokeylake3150]

Most people especially the young ones don’t research the cars. They go for the most advertised and cheap.

[@zondaboy6493]

Weird that they consistently rank well in european reliability surveys, yet so many americans call them shit

[@omt4293]

@@zondaboy6493 they are going down the drain. They’re main problems are transmission issues and engines setting on fire by themselves. It’s not good

[@justacinnamonbun8658]

The 2023 Kia Soul LX I bought last December (a deer crashed into us so we needed something kind of in a hurry) was hard to get any car for MSRP, especially a hatchback. It was the end of the year and the Kia dealer took off the ridiculous $3500 market adjustment because we walked. Anyway, point being I know what I was getting into, I know it's not a Toyota or Honda, you get what you pay for, for $22k if it lasts me the length of the powertrain warranty I'll be happy. When I bought it it had like 5 or 7 miles on it. I noticed on cold start it has a clatter, not noise coming from the injectors, it's a distinct clatter that goes away once the engine is warmed up. I threw in 2 quarts of 0-30 along with 2 quarts of 0-20 which is the recommended viscosity, the clatter isn't as noisy anymore. So far 5500 miles on the car, so far so good. I think the problem with these 2.0L Nu engines is, unlike a Toyota that can probably run on corn oil, these engines don't like dirty oil, and require more frequent oil changes is the bottom line. Probably like 3k-4k mile intervals if you live in a cold climate and do a lot of short tripping. You follow the manufacturer's recommended interval of 7500 miles you'll be buring oil like crazy.

[@skimanfree1073]

Love your use of analogies and adjectives. How about doing a piece on 5 exciting cars to drive that are reliable?

[@md2k8]

Also, avoid the newer GM vehicles with the 1.4 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine and the 3.6 L V6 engine. They are totally unreliable.

[@orlandosagemaster]

What about 1.5 l turbo charged 4 cylinder engines? You’re probably talking about the Chevy Cruze who has the 1.4 l turbo engine with problems

[@md2k8]

@@orlandosagemaster Yes, it includes the Buick Encore, as well as other GM vehicles with the 1.5 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine.

[@orlandosagemaster]

@@md2k8 idk man I’ve remembered detailing a Chevy Malibu 2016 with the 1.5 l turbo charged engine that had 137k miles seemed to work just fine no check engine light at all just transmission acting sluggish and that’s the first model year when the Malibu came out with those types of engines I was kinda surprised

[@orlandosagemaster]

@@md2k8 I guess it all depends on how well you maintain a vehicle ive known plenty of people who driven Chevy Cruze with decent 150 k mileage apparently the key is to keep up with maintenance especially since it’s turbo charged always full synthetic oil

[@orlandosagemaster]

@@md2k8 but there are some bad seed vehicle models that people got that might be of bad luck tho or bad quality oh well lol

[@collapsingquantumwav]

The Subaru also have beautiful engine oil leaks. i've seen in so many.🤣😂

[@ECPP]

agreed

[@emiliog.4432]

Car owners are using the manufacture maintenance schedule. Too long in most cases and it depends on how you drive. Change your oil and all fluids early. People are shocked when their cars break down. Oh, I didn’t check that dipstick or coolant. Toyota is no different. Mercedes or BMW have oil consumption issues. All cars have their problems, especially if you don’t maintain them. Everything you discuss here is caused by poor maintenance in most cases.

[@seaneastman8817]

Not exactly. Some of the automobile manufacturers have poor engineering and poor quality. Chrysler comes to mind. When I think of transmission issues, I think of Ford. It's not just about following the owner's manual early. I lucked out with a 2015 Chevy Malibu LS. Have 220k and still going strong. Replaced tranny with a used one at 206k.

[@ECPP]

I agree, it’s sad that these car makers extend much of then services and it’s mostly marketing and when selling free maintenance packages so there is less money out of dealer pocket

[@markd_aus9809]

Pretty much spot on I have an 8 year old Hyundai i30 (sold as elantra in states) changed oil every 7-8Kms do not follow the manufactures recommendation on oil changes- oil and fluids are much cheaper than a new engine or transmission ...

[@stockey]

Very true, my Kias easily got over 200K and were still working great.

[@malcolmar]

Another great video. Thanks. Just proof positive that quality is engineered. I had a Chrysler product, a PT Cruiser and I am actually amazed I had it for as long as I did. Your comments are spot on. First of all the motor mounts went out, then the central computer which costs as much as an expensive laptop went out and finally I had transmission problems. I took care of this car but no amount of regular routine maintenance was going to prevent these issues. That car was a money pit. Hopefully, more people are able to watch your videos to prevent the financial roller coaster I went through with that car. Now I drive a Honda and a Toyota.

[@rodericpulvermacher1412]

FIAT KILLING CHRYSLER BY POOR ENGINEERING. Fiat is the worst vehicle manufacturer in the world

[@entertexthere1127]

I daily drive a 2011 Toyota Corolla basemodel. Bought it brand new, It has now 190801 miles to be exact. This thing just won't die😂.

[@chopperking007]

It will do 400k

[@lefthanded5473]

I’d rather lease fun unreliable cars than own the same slow boring corolla for 10% of my life.. that’s depressing.

[@entertexthere1127]

@lefthanded5473 I'm happy for you. You must be rich, I'm just a hard working family guy who just want a car from point a to b. From my opinion thats what's a car is really meant for.

[@Honestandtruth007]

I own Subaru Forester 2.5 i regular Boxer Engine 2014 and Until these current days of 2023 no issue What -So -ever. Now got 75,000 miles..... but every Car must do Regular maintenance 😅👍

[@jay_rael]

Usually they have engine problems with higher mileage, 75k is not a lot of miles…come back when it has 150k miles lol

[@philipcanada78]

you have a 99% chance that the head gasket leak between 100-120k , is not your driving style , it is the material in the OEM gasket , it WILL start to fail , then is engine out and 3k bill for a new gasket kit , keep your fingers cross to have a good tech that didn't take any short cut doing the job , otherwise , in a year or so , it will leak again. at 75K , I will start a gasket fund now and put 50 bucks a month toward that in a year or two. Good luck

[@pequenioedgarito3067]

@@philipcanada78 that’s with any vehicle, whether it be domestic or import. The car manufacturer do want you to buy a car every 3 to 4 years. So the life expectancy of those gaskets and other items were meant not to last.

[@tomstoeckle733]

Thank you. I just bought a V6 Camry. Naturally aspirated with an 8 speed transmission. Last of its breed before they go turbo.

[@youtubesurfer1022]

I used to transport cars for Dealerships all over Cali. Physically drive them for dealer trades/wholesales trades. Never did I ever have issues with Hyundai cars. Great on gas (drove on empty past 25 miles) maybe not reliable after Years but the abuse we gave them short term they seemed "good enough"

[@arunta5]

Your "no frills" reports are refreshing. My niece and her partner bought a Tiguan and I wondered how reliable it might be. I don't see them now as they moved but am wary of German or european cars especially out of warranty.

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much, I appreciate that. I cut out the fluff and get right to it. Hope you are having a great weekend

[@JuanAlvarado-xf9hp]

what can you tell me about the Acura 2015?

[@vestkls]

Vw owns audi porsche and they use thier parts and so when it breaks you'll pay that price to reapair them even though the price new is similar to a Honda cr-v

[@billynomates920]

my sister's bought a hybrid one!!

[@leiflillandt1488]

When you travel around in the Swedish countryside, you will see a number of Volvos, 240 and 740/940... Now we talk about cars that are 30-40 years old... The newer ones disappear in a faster pace though! 🥺

[@michaelo.5580]

The main problem is no maintenance! Oil change every 5000 miles at least and driving slow untill the engine is warm enough...here in germany we drive faster than in US ....here we did not have this issues.Most Problems with to much electronic in new cars.

[@turbofanlover]

Watching all this makes me even more glad that I got rid of my car 5 years ago. Much better to just walk or take the bus. My wallet and I are much happier. :)

[@remiguertin6474]

My 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe needed a new engine at 11,000 km, due to piston slap on No 2. Lots of metal shavings in the oil pan. Selling dealer denied any problem , I went to another dealer who confirm the problem. In Florida, people were asking me if we had a diesel engine in Canada...

[@swift_killz]

A co-worker of mine bought a brand new 21' sonata. The engine blew the following year with less than 50k kilometers on it. Thankfully it was under warranty but now he's looking to get rid of it LOL

[@maga6319]

@@swift_killz Hyundai's engine didn't blew up. Again you trolls and your fake stories. LMAO

[@shawnlavigne9069]

Boy oh Boy, do I miss the days of my 77 Monte Carlo. No electronics/ computer, but an engine and transmission that ran forever.

[@ECPP]

Simple and easy. I know the car well. A friend of mine, now a cop, had one and we cruised all night when we were young.

[@roger628]

A couple of years ago I worked for a company that transported railroad crews. We used the older style Grand Caravans , (most ranged from 2013-to 2018-ish) and I must say, I developed a grudging respect for them. And I'm a card-carrying, gold member 40 year Chrysler hater. Yes, some of those 3.6s can get clattery as pass the 200,000 km mark, but they keep chugging along. And they can hit 30 mpg too. When they were no longer deemed fit for road service, on went some 8 ply tires and into the train yard they went, some of them had close to 500 k. The suspensions were always shot from the torture of yard duty, but they do keep going. They can and do, however , blow up up real good eventually. The trans usually goes before the engine, although that will mostly happen well north of 200 k. Okay, they are no Toyota, but given the low cost the company picked them up for (usually off-lease), versus the service obtained, they weren't too bad.

[@AudiophileTubes]

The 24v VR6 was VW's best engine, by far! I've had mine for 21 years now as my daily driver, with NO issues! Even more reliable than a Toyota or Honda! I kid you not!

[@ronaldschwartz1856]

I believe you. I have 371k miles on my Jetta TDI and still going strong. This is my second Jetta. The first was a Jetta GLI with 218k miles before it had to be retired due to rear end smash up. VW is solid.

[@MAGA4EVA1986]

Along with being a nearly 40 year old fully disabled combat veteran, I am also formerly a GM automotive technician (I say technician because I went to school for two years for GM automotive technician training) and worked at a couple local stealerships……MOST of GM’s ENGINES ARE DOG*HIT!! In fact, the only even DECENT engine in the 6.2L V8. The BIGGEST POS is the 3.6L V6 that they put in the Acadia’s, Equinox, Traverse’s, the Cadillac SRX, CTS, STS, and ATS. Also in the Camaros and The Impala’s and Buick LaCrosse, and Enclave!! As I tell ANYONE/EVERYONE, AVOID ANYTHING MADE BY GM 2010-CURRENT, so that includes: GMC, CHEVY, BUICK, CADILLAC, and HUMMER!!

[@ravenstylea2]

I had a 2019 VW Tiguan that had some engine hesitation that was entirely fixed with a firmware update. Thankfully no issues after 30k but now I have a GTI. I miss it though.

[@ddc163264]

By any actual rating service Subarus on average are the longest lasting gasoline engines (not diesel). But you picked on the WRX Sti because the wonks that buy them abuse them and don't take care of them. The same thing used to happen to the Mitsu Evo's. They also happen to ALL the small liter power turbo pocket rockets for the same reasons. I sold them for years and I could always tell the ones that would have problems by the owners who drove them.

[@darekjonik8699]

Not true. My subaru legacy lasted only 60 k . The engine went out at 60 k junk cars

[@ddc163264]

@@darekjonik8699 Again exceptions don't disprove the ratings. I've sold almost every major brand of car, I've seen Toyotas that have died (complete blown engines) in less mileage than that. But they still are great cars and long lasting engines. By all the rating services that keep track of l=milage before a major engine failure Subs are 180k on average, Toyos are 175k on average. You do understand what an AVERAGE means right?

[@tennnis498]

You do sound knowledgeable. Head gasket issues on Subaru have cost owners a bundle. It’s also possible that the average owner took better care of their Subie than say, Honda or Toyo. Turbo’d engines need more babying, even if you’re going to flog it. Better to get a 350z and beat on it.

[@ddc163264]

@@tennnis498 Yes, there were a few years that head gaskets were problems, but almost all brands have had this issue at one time or another, Hondas were well known to have leakage at around 100K, our dealership got tons of them at the time. But the difference between good brands like Toyo, Honda or Subt's vs. Hyundai or the domestics is that they tend to fix them and not just pass over the issue and keep putting out junk.The problems that lower quality cars have is that those failings come much more often and earlier. Sometimes even more expensively as in a lot of European brands

[@germanengineering204]

Subaru was sued, and were forced to extend engine warranty to 8 years, because the 2.5 EJ motor is a pile of junk! No excuse for Subaru having the engine out for 10 years at that point is inexcusable! Poor build quality was the problem, and the tranny was glass as they're known for also broken around 50k miles and I never dumped the clutch once or abused the vehicle in any way! These are FACTS coming from an owner with 77k miles of wrx ownership!

[@christianyoung6654]

My friend 2017 Elantra Limited has been reliable with 55,000+ miles at least it’s not the theta 2.4 and 2.0T disaster. The nu engines of the 2017-18 fair way better 2019 when they messed up a couple and needed to recall cause of piston oil rings that have not been properly heat-treated

[@ECPP]

Sounds great thanks for your comment

[@BobGeogeo]

I have a 2012 Kia Forte 2.0 Theta II, so not either of the higher output versions. It's TPI (injection) instead of the 2.4's GDI. Purchased w/ 80k mi, now at 120k, no issues so far.

[@tonyfair487]

Maybe not the same as the Caravan, but my 2011 Town & Country has 245,000 miles with no real issues. I did just put in a $28 ignition coil, so there's that.

[@James-cs2wi]

Do you remember the Old Saab 900 a turbo on one of those cars I would easily last 200000 miles with simple servicing I don't see modern cars doing that and they also cost an absolute fortune £10,000 for an RS6 RS7 for a couple of turbos fitted

[@antoniomayen6884]

The unsuspecting boom 💥 and head butt gets me all the time. 😂

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@mackakiwinz4353]

Great love this informative videos thank you especially with vehicles currently being very overpriced here in New Zealand.

[@Niko-iv4ch]

The 3.6L V6 Pentastar is what keeps the lights on at Dodge. The engine had problems with cracked piston heads when it first came out over a decade ago. But those engines are a keeper. It’s a Port injected naturally aspirated engine. It’s tech is old, but that is its appeal.

[@ECPP]

Thanks

[@swift_killz]

These comments are too funny. For anyone defending any of the vehicles listed in the video, just accept you bought a lemon and take the L. I have a 13' jetta and have put more money in repairs than it's current value. Ive learned my lesson... Dont buy German unless its under warranty 😂 looking to get a GR Corolla next! Cheers everyone

[@germanengineering204]

Porsche is reliable, and the B58 used in a ton of bimmers are extremely reliable as well as many other German cars! Just gotta research before you buy, so a mistake is not made with your choice!!

[@swift_killz]

@@germanengineering204 Porsche and any German engineered vehicle is also expensive to maintain 😭 maybe when I have more money to throw around I'll circle back to German, who knows. JDM has taken my heart though, and the thought of not paying $200 plus an hour for labor sounds very appealing 👍

[@germanengineering204]

@@swift_killz I appreciate you being open minded, because I used to be a JDM guy as well! I agree really expensive for labor when out of warranty, and to expensive when purchased new, but I love them lol!😄

[@swift_killz]

@@germanengineering204 my heritage is German and if I were to sit here and shit on all German vehicles I'd be full of it😂 I'm super open minded with enthusiast vehicles and I can very much appreciate your previous love for JDM! I'm also realistic with what I can afford😂 If I won the lottery tomorrow my top choices would be majority German vehicles. I'd love to own a GT3 RS, and Carrera GT! But an LFA though🤤

[@germanengineering204]

@@swift_killz if I were rich the GT3, and just any 911 would be my top choices as well lol! You certainly have excellent taste my friend!👍

[@TheTone37]

My 2015 Hyundai engine died on the highway. Thank God that It was still under warranty.

[@ECPP]

Wow. What happened?

[@TheTone37]

It just started losing acceleration. I had to floor it to make it get up to 40mph. Got off the highway and called for a tow truck.

[@edjarrett3164]

I liked your coverage of the Fiat 500. We called them cinque centos, when I was growing up in Italy. While it was totally mechanical with a manual transmission, it was kind of a real gas. It was a subcompact that many Italians drove because it was cheap and was easy to repair. It was a great utility car, but it also had the poor fiat reliability. Car design in fiat as never been a strong point for their company.

[@leadnsteel1428]

I call them Fix It Again Tony Lol.

[@SEGP92]

I think that there are more serious problems in other vehicles than several of those mentioned, for example the 2.4 GDI from Hyundai and Kia, now with respect to the 2.0 from Elantra, it must be taken into account that there are 2 2-liter engines, one GDI and one Atkinson and the last one that It is the one used in that Elantra, although it is not powerful, it has not given problems. Something that would make Nissan's CVT worse, the problem of Honda's 1.5 turbo or the poor quality of Tesla assembly.

[@trangenusa]

Brilliant thanks so much; Dodge Grand Caravans are basically Mitsubishi engines which are known to blow smoke and burn oil

[@ECPP]

Thanks very much for watching

[@scottbuckley6578]

Great video i did my research and went with a basic honda civic with the bullet proof 2.0 NA motor couldn't be happier

[@ECPP]

great plan

[@Stargate555]

You can add Honda’s 1.5 liter turbo engine. Got rid of my 2017 CRV Touring with 60,000 miles and many issues. Needed fuel injectors & plugs, still not running right. Possible throttle body issue & losing a cup or more coolant a month with no visible leaks. Possibly a Head Gasket issue down the road. Was time to say goodbye & got a 2023 Lexus Gx460. Give me a proven reliable V8, Hallelujah!!

[@elliotthefennekin6506]

The Hyundai Sonatas from 2006-2010 are very solidly built cars with the engine being designed by Mitsubishi. The only issues I've had were because of previous owner neglect and good old winter weather, but after that I've had no problems with the car since and even then they were minor fixes. Gonna hopefully get it up to at least 120k before I sell it, after that gonna get a Toyota Tacoma.

[@ECPP]

Thanks for sharing . Some people swear by them

[@albagubrath3813]

Chrysler/Dodge PentaStar engines have cylinder misfire issues, which were not mentioned, as well.

[@doxydoxdelamanca9902]

Previously owned a 22 GLC43. Bought it brand new and shortly after buying it, it developed a fogging inside the headlight. The dealer told me 'well, we'll see if the warranty covers that.' Say what? Traded it on the spot.

[@mr.foxwiz1653]

Excellent video. You are spot on with this one. Thank you!

[@eldave9261]

I like and respect your content. Priceless information... Keep up the good work 💪💯%

[@ECPP]

Thanks so much, that’s really appreciated

[@hwoalang9]

Benz early version of M272 balance shaft failure is a famous one

[@ECPP]

Absolutely true, not a great design either

[@cleandiaper]

"The logo from hell"...hilarious.

[@ECPP]

Haha

[@brianneveu6953]

Another great video and reminder on why I love my Bmw 3 series with 170k miles on her. Routine maintenance only and it runs great!

[@DaveB038]

11 Forester XT owner here with EJ25, same as in the WRX of the vintage shown. Like another commenter said, ringland issues are typically from overboost. I have 160,000 miles with almost no issues. You mentioned Exhaust gas recirculation. Subaru turbo in WRX doesn't have an EGR. Now the PCV can be an issue with these engines and should be checked, which can be a pain as they reside under the intercooler. It's a little sensational to say they will fail. Do they have issues? Yes. With proper care will they last 150,000 200,000 250,000 miles? Yes it is possible. I currently have an oil leak and after fixing I hope to get another 100,000 miles out of my EJ25.

[@insanegixxerdude486]

The tiguan doesn’t have the rear view camera under the VW badge. It’s a fixed unit by the license plate with a washer jet spray nozzle.

[@MisterTee]

I’m pretty sure no Tiguan has a backup cam under the badge. That’s a VW Sedan feature

[@user-gr4oz8jb1o]

Gotta disagree with you on the VW Tiguan. We bought our 2018 Tiguan S five years ago for $24,000. Now, 54,000 miles later, and still going strong. No problem with fogged headlights, no problems with the transmission, no problem with the engine, no problem with excessive oil consumption. Routinely, we get 35-36 mpg and have even achieved 41 mpg on one trip. For us, the car has been excellent, and I suspect we can drive it another five years. Storage space is incredible as well. We have no regrets.

[@jeffb.6642]

I had a 2017 Elantra and had no issues with it at all. Before that I had a Kia Forte with the 1.8L, according to everything I've read that too should have burst into flames and roasted me alive yet it did no such thing. I base my opinions of things on personal experience with them, not what I'm told my opinion should be.

[@maga6319]

He's a clickbaiter and a con artist. This guy is broke and it's pretty obvious.

[@keithlb1]

My 2002 Subie WRX runs fine. Keeping a good service record is paramount

[@gs1150adv]

2022+ WRX FA24 platform so far doing well. Agreed. Like ANY car you boost/modify expect shorter engine life. Pretty spot on with most of this list.

[@vcliburn]

Great and very helpful reviews! I do have one suggestion: Please specify the model year(s) of the vehicles that you review. Very often a mechanical problem that exists for a certain model year does NOT apply to other model years...because the manufacturer may have already addressed that problem. Thanks!

[@PXFilms124]

That’s the case with the VW actually.. that specific generation of Tiguan that was in the video doesn’t have timing chain issues at all.. the original Tiguan did but really any VW/Audi product with the chain driven 2.0L from 2009-2012 will likely have the outdated tensioner

[@BigBossIvan]

I agreed with most of the list except the Chrysler Grand Caravan. The Pentastar is supposed to sadly be one of the last remaining reliable motors in the Mopar wheelhouse. Am I wrong about that?

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

Tons of Jeeps rolling around with the 3.6... most Jeepers love them, especially with the 6spd manual.

[@swengahmed]

good job Mark nice video contains alots of information

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much

[@brettrobinson2901]

There really is NO EXCUSE to put vehicles on the road that will go belly-up inside of five years or so...none...

[@jayleeper1512]

Don’t forget to mention Subaru’s transmissions. The last one I had, a 5 speed standard. I put three transmissions in it and had it hauled away when the third one went gunnybag. I have driven nothing but standards since I learned to drive at 14 and have never had this problem with any other rig.

[@Raider19582]

I always look forward to your videos 📹

[@spock7of961]

if I'm not mistaken Hyundai powertrain warranty is 10 years 100,000 miles and five years 60 000 miles on basic warranty. which gives you very good protection.

[@brokeboy87]

True, but getting parts will be a long wait if it's not on hand. Kia/ Hyundai. Sometimes the manufacturer will fight consumers over various recalls.

[@rockinrob2004]

Yeah, good luck on getting them to back most claims!

[@vonsauerkraut]

I have a Mercedes 180 C Kompressor 2003 300.000 km and still going strong 👍🏻😎

[@robertdavis5714]

Any car from Korea is a Bic lighter, ends up in the trash can.

[@ECPP]

Yikes

[@donnelson9283]

Nice Review ! Yeah, Rented A Volkswagen SUV, Went To Florida & On The Way Back California Had A Engine Problem, Go Figure, A Rental Car ?! And It Was A New Atlas ! 🤣🤣🤣

[@ECPP]

Sadly there are many issues in the Atlas

[@nytrackrider]

I love #4 he says is a Dodge Grand Caravan. Funny. Cuz that was discontinued a few years ago in 2021 and that van has a Chysler Logo on it which means its not a Dodge Grand Caravan but a Chysler "Pacifica". But, doesnt matter too much because in 2023, anything made by FCA is junk anyways. Even Dodge, Jeep and RAM. And most Fords.

[@pmahardika8699]

Thank god, I thought you’re gonna mention Landrover Defender

[@ECPP]

Cheers

[@edwardlaw797]

Wait Subaru? So bluebook, consumer reports, percent of Subaru still on the road, highest resale value searches on the internet all fake and you have the final word? Thank you!!! Subscribed!

[@papaagidi2838]

Very good question for him to answer but he will not

[@1882dmac]

He's talking about the STI WRX.

[@jeffb.6642]

there's a black sheep in even the most royal of families

[@davidthomits544]

That’s why I drive a Pontiac vibe reliable. Ive had the car over a year and I put $300 into it for the year spark plugs AC condenser cable terminals

[@pauldichtel6410]

VW had bad rings on their Rabbit back in the 1970s. I had mine recalled, and the car had a lousy manual transmission.

[@ECPP]

Really?

[@pauldichtel6410]

@@ECPP The transmission was not smooth. Maybe it was because it was my first manual. I bought 1984 VW Scirocco and that manual transmission was much better. My 1993 Honda Accord had a manual transmission too. It was like a hot knife through butter. That car was fun to drive.

[@masdojo]

I had a 2016 Hyundai Elantra that I bought in 2018. Never had an engine issue with it. And where can you get a used Hyundai for $6k that doesn't have well over 100k miles on it? I know here in NY, a used Hyundai, even that's only 3 years old, is almost $20k if not more, for something with about 20-30k miles.

[@alastairjhunter3666]

People’s Subaru engine usually fail because people put cheap oil in it. Put the correct (expensive 😖) oil every 5,000km it’ll last 300,000km

[@djgoggy5541]

I had a WRX STi with no major issues. I didn't tune it because I don't know how too properly. I dont constantly launch. Mine was a great car dont know what your taking about

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@brudyboy58]

I have a hyundai elentra with a 2 0 with over 300,000 miles and still running fine. It's the second new hyundai that I've owned with no problems. When I buy another new car, it will probably be a hyundai

[@jamiesmith6838]

Hey Mark, you think with the reduction in cylinders to 4 with hot turbo has reduced the life of these engines?

[@shaunw.1173]

That's an easy answer. Yes. Turbos will reduce the life of ANY engine.

[@danijeldjukovic2156]

Unfortunately, a lot of car manufacturers as well as other manufacturers of sophisticated equipment got into a game of releasing new products without doing enough quality control (QC) on these products. As a result, we get products that do not function as intended and do not last. Days of cars that will run over 500,000 miles are over. We are entering into period of "disposable cars" that will run up to 100,000 miles and afterwards they turn into money pits (endless repairs). When car manufacturers started replacing metal with plastic parts, a new age of disposable cars began.

[@luisgpr1]

Had three turboed german cars for 15 years now. Turbos are not the problem. Problem with the 2.0 liter TSI engine is the timing chain.

[@ECPP]

Thanks

[@groosbro1]

The problem with the WRX is not the car, it's invariably the hormone soaked Speed Racer wannabe drivers who think a slightly warmed up family sedan is an off the shelf rally car. That and the lack of proper maintenance usually accompanied by abuse contributes to the problems these car seem to have. I have a 2020 WRX with 65K miles that's been to the dealer once for a perceived issue. I do all the maintenance because I don't really trust the dealerships.

[@ECPP]

Thanks for sharing, often poor maintenance can contribute to early failure, or running them hard and putting them away wet

[@germanengineering204]

Subaru was sued, and they lost in court, and were forced to give a three year extended warranty on the engine! I owned a 2013 WRX that had mad problems even when taken care off! Transmission is known as the glass tranny, and the engines are junk as well imo!

[@wjm3018]

The boxer engines are not the best. Lots of engine gasket leaks, leaking oil everywhere and they run your engine dry.

[@Dilberto88]

Great research, Mark. You indeed know your cars.

[@davea4037]

Great video! Thx for bringing back the intro too!😊

[@akupehsluarketatAR]

I own an 2014 Audi A4 1.8tfsi. Yes it consume oil n needs top up abt 1L every 1000km or so. Sadly many new models later VAG still cannot build a proper engine. The transmission sometimes hasitates. A/C compressor failure are common too. This will be my last VAG i'll ever own. Otherwise its a great car if everything works as its supposed to

[@apap1586]

Been watching this channel for years; I definitely take his advice.

[@fklotaloi]

Very informative video, thanks to the uploader for speaking the hard truth👍👍👍❤

[@ECPP]

Cheers!

[@NoName-ge6wc]

Thank you. I was about to close on an STI. No more.

[@ECPP]

Better choices indeed

[@user-hb8be5wb4q]

If anyone buys a new/ used vehicle with a CONSTANT VELOCITY TRANSMISSION(CVT) you are buying trouble, especially if the car only has 30-40,000 miles. Do your research on the vehicle. CVTs are used in motor scooters, and only made bigger for cars, not better. Like they say, buyer beware!

[@ECPP]

Yes not a great design

[@-DC-]

* Continuously Variable Transmission

[@mohammedallaf9336]

I’m from Saudi Arabia, and I have 2016 Elantra with 2.0 L 6 speeds auto Made in Korea it one of the best car I ever bought!! It have 145k kilometers and it still running great. it might be the American made have some engines problems, but Korean made I think is reliable.

[@arthurmroyce]

I believe the engine problems were the ones built in America. They did not follow all of the QA processes on the engine and left machining debris in them. I have had several Hyundai's all made in Korea. The cars have been reliable and problem-free. I keep my cars well over 100k miles.

[@newchannel1220]

My mom just traded her 2017 Santa Fe sport because it burned 2 Quarts every 1.5k miles. Only had 80k miles. It was ridiculous. She got a 2019 rav 4 with 17k miles. I’m happy she listened to me and got a Toyota.

[@mohammedallaf9336]

@@newchannel1220 Rav4 is a perfect choice, Good luck for your mom 👍🏻

[@michaelcarydakis790]

hey subaru wrx is a iccon and a good engine build with the ugrade gasket stops the head issue subaru original gaskets where carbon mix

[@ECPP]

Tha ks

[@nathanledee3140]

I really love my Hyundai sonata plug in hybrid limited came literally with every option for 2017 and she’s lovey but I’ve had to put a few grand into that car. 2.0 liter 4 cylinder gives me anxiety though so I’m hyperactive on the oil. About 4000 miles I do my oil. It comes out gold because I charge at home and at work so the engine only does about 20 miles on my 80 miles commute. So that helps extend oil life but I still don’t chance it. My lady’s old car 2017 Elantra same engine and it blew

[@whosbroker2272]

Couple of misconceptions on the Subaru STI, turbo wear on any used is obvious, replace with an OEM or similar turbo no custom tune required. But re-circulation of the exhaust gases, that is not correct. There is no re-circulation of the exhaust gases: exhaust goes exhaust manifold, turbo, exhaust. The ringland issue IS an issue but the underlying cause of the ringland issue is that Subaru uses a lean stock tune to meet emissions requirements. That is why you also see completely stock STI/WRX with ringland issues. There is a re-circulation of oil in the INTAKE path and the crankcase, again for emissions purposes. The weaknesses in the turbo EJ25 engine setup is the stock emissions workarounds (stock tune, intake oil recirculation) and the rudimentary boost control. If you are looking to get a STI, do not be afraid of the modified ones just make sure it has an AOS and electronic boost controller as these modifications would improve longevity. Back when this model was new people were afraid to touch it because they did not want void their factory warranty. Unfortunately, STI's got a bad engine rep in the used market as a result. Not that it matters, Subaru STI still keeps its value in the used market because the aftermarket support for it is huge. Great car, mine still runs strong after 11 years.

[@geoffreybanditt4355]

One thing you didn't mention is that Subaru's are also known for the head gaskets on the 4 cylinder models have a high rate of failure.

[@ECPP]

Yes for sure

[@Honestandtruth007]

Life will be very Short in A Sport Car and Fast lane and Booty calls 😅😮😂

[@Canadian_Gamer]

You could probably put the entire line up of BMW, General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler on this list and call it a day Matk.

[@germanengineering204]

Do some research Canadian Gamer instead of spreading false information!!!😄

[@Canadian_Gamer]

@@germanengineering204 I've owned plenty of domestics, the research has been done long ago lol

[@germanengineering204]

@@Canadian_Gamer Okay, but the B58 BMW engine as well as the S58, and even the B48 2.0 motor are all reliable engines! BMW 1 in consumer reports this year, and second place last year out of 30 something car brands! Not to bad imo!!😀

[@Canadian_Gamer]

@@germanengineering204 Go purchase a new Supra and report back to me in 3-4 years, let me know how that goes!

[@germanengineering204]

@@Canadian_Gamer I wager it would go excellent! Engine and transmission have been around 8 years with cars well over 100k miles that were relatively trouble free! Facts go look it up! Every model in the BMW lineup is recommended in consumer reports, and JD power as well!