Least Reliable Cars That Won't Even Last 60,000 Miles || Avoid Buying!

[@robertmaybeth3434]

1. Nissan Rogue (@0:45) 2. Infiniti QX50 (@02:19) 3. Ford Bronco Sport (@03:00) 4. Chrysler Pacifica hybrid (@04:00) 5. Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE/Jeep Wrangler 4XE (@04:50) 6. Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra (@06:00) 7. Land Rover/Range Rover (@08:00) 8. Jaguar F-Pace (@08:50) 9. Volkswagen Taos (@09:50) 10. Hyundai/Kia with 2 liter 4 cylinder engine (@10:40)

[@spritual_enlightenment]

Good job!

[@jennifer1110]

It is worth noting, that while this was the order presented and the associated times, he counted down from 10, down to the worst in the number 1 spot.

[@ghost307]

Thanks.

[@greymanBB]

Prius CVT is solid

[@ghost307]

@@greymanBB Agreed. People who condemn a technology just because some companies implement it poorly are akin to watching a documentary on the V-2 and announcing that all rockets are evil.

[@joesmith9483]

i'll just keep the 2009 corolla. 300,000 miles and it just works everytime.

[@peggypasson8794]

Best car I've ever had same year Toyota 2009.

[@ohger1]

Just junked mine. Got to 165K miles and the headgasket gave up.

[@bills5009]

Those Corollas are indestructible if you do the basic maintenance on them.

[@volvo1354]

1995 Mercedes E300, 310,000 miles on original engine and transmission (diesel)

[@matrox]

My mother couldn't even 75k miles out of her Toyota Camry before it started nickeling and diming her to the point of total independability.

[@ronmelliad7327]

I have been in the car business for over 30 years and have seen and repaired a LOT of vehicles. I agree with you 100% on your list! I have also seen a lot of late model, low mileage major broken down Ford Escapes, Ford Fusions, German's 2.0 engines and unfortunately Toyota Prius within 2010- 14 with blown head gaskets.

[@Amador-u2p]

Yes if you raise eny car that is not for raise that motor don't last long and buy the Way all are yunk you see all kinds in the yonk yard

[@richh650]

CVT transmissions, undersized turbo engines, cylinder deactivation, and overly complicated electronic issues, are all the Bubonic Plague of the auto industry... The industry that is racing to the bottom as fast as they can!!!

[@dampergoldenrod4156]

it is change for the sake of change not because any of these things are good

[@PAHighlander24]

Thank the federal government CAFE requirements forcing car builders to make undersized turbo engines and CVTs to squeeze as many mpg out as possible to appease the climate control nazis.

[@markthomas207]

​@@dampergoldenrod4156It's certainly a motivation, but I have thought lately that ultimately it is government pressure, that is CAFE standards, they are pushed to achieve greater and greater mpg. That means smaller engines, turbo charging, and redesigned transmissions.

[@JohnShields-df8od]

Reliability is inversely proportional to complexity!

[@timc9893]

Right?! What could possibly go wrong?

[@barrywilliams991]

Wow! A real human doing the narration and pictures that are relevant to the narrative. Nicely done! Subscribed.

[@carhelpcorner]

Thank you!

[@SWright1978]

I was thinking exactly the same thing !

[@andremaillet1230]

Most car problems are on the seat…….

[@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp]

This man does not have what it takes to become a politician.

[@darthvirgin7157]

how do your know it’s not AI generated?

[@Dreamer20239]

My car is Toyota Prius C and almost 10yrs old very very close to 100,000 miles and I have no problem. Great car..

[@tuyetvo4353]

❤️ Toyota HUV

[@royhobbs785]

Still can't believe people buy Jeeps, their track record over the last 20 years is putrid!

[@wholeNwon]

Old, fat, bald men who are soldier-wannabes.

[@manbtm1]

I agree, but they love the image that it projects for so many people, they think it makes them look butch, rugged, tough, etc. it just goes to show you how marketing can brainwash someone.

[@waheedali2429]

Its quality is not stable You will find some of thier cars last long time

[@wholeNwon]

@@waheedali2429 But MOST certainly will not.

[@wholeNwon]

Yup. As that great American philosopher once said, "Stupid is as stupid does."

[@Hawkeye2001]

Ultra small engines with Turbo and high tech transmission are bound to be a headache.

[@Ziegfried82]

Yep thank the EPA and friends for all this BS. Fuel economy standards need to be thrown in the trash already, or at the very least rolled back to early 2000's levels. Nobody actually enjoys driving with a CVT, they were introduced due to fuel economy standards!

[@metalmike570]

Scotty Kilmer didn't completely trash the newer Rogues yet, but He still doesn't like them!

[@eventhisidistaken]

I own a Nissan Juke that's a 2011 and has never had any serious problems (actually not even unserious ones..all we've done is maintain it according to schedule). I'm guessing it has about 150k miles on it. It's a 4 cylinder turbo that was bought used, and passed from one college student to another over the years. Occasionally, I have a chance to drive it, and nothing is wrong. If they still made them I'd buy a dozen to last the rest of my life.

[@davidperry4013]

If we got rid of the EPA and EEA, we would be making rock solid NA-engined cars and turbos would only be used for diesels or for performance instead of fuel economy. Like a 200 HP NA 2.5L i4 Nissan Rogue with 8-speed automatic transmission, a Honda Accord Type R with a 500 hp 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6, Altima SE-R with a 400 HP VR30DDTT, a Lexus UX F with an NA V6 that revs to 7500 rpms, and more. The Trailblazer, Cruze, and Encore would come with a 160 HP NA 2.0L inline 4 and the Sonic would come with a 120 HP 1.5L NA inline 3.

[@Kaatu-barada-nikto]

Too much heat and pressure and thin castings.

[@shawncampbell1939]

I appreciate the honest straightforward opinions in your commentary.

[@SuperBooboo02]

work at a major auction...every kia/hyundai we get has either been stolen, or a new engine...jags never sell, Nissan everyone the cvt is shot...

[@leonardovalladares4315]

The problem people dont maintain the cvt trans in the nissan people just drive change oil and that all. If they change or service trans every 20 30k the trans will last

[@2DogsVlogs]

I visit the auctions a few times a week and try and buy Kia's as they are so reliable. Very rare to come across one with an engine swap. Though I do tend to keep away from the taxi's as they are pretty worn out. They sell really well to the public because of their great customer service, 7 year warranty and people know how reliable they are. Not often you can get a car with over 180,000 on the clock with a couple years factory warranty left. Just about everything else only has a 5 year warranty. I only buy cars newer than 5 years. My company car is a Kia Cerato with the 2.0 and never had a recall or an issue with it. Guess that's why they are popular with taxi drivers.

[@lunarvision]

Girlfriend’s Kia Soul had the engine replaced THREE TIMES. That’s totally ridiculous. After 40-60k miles, Kia’s are a time bomb. I convinced her to go w/ a Honda Civic and we’ve had zero problems.

[@redbear1935]

still bad design , that is why Nissan getting transmission from same manufacturer as Honda now . @@leonardovalladares4315

[@RickBerg-b9k]

Manheim..?

[@brianspangenberg9598]

I’m a retired Automotive Technician. I stick to my 1998 Nissan Maxima with manual transmission and my 1999 z71 Silverado that I use for hauling and wintertime.

[@seinundzeiten]

yes those Maxima with the manual are good cars

[@robertmaybeth3434]

Cool not to disparage your comment in any way - when you're right, you're right! But I'm curious what major components have gone into them over the years and what mileage?

[@brianspangenberg9598]

@@robertmaybeth3434 the 1998 Nissan Maxima has around 157,000 miles and only major problems was alternator and drive axles. 1999 z71 Silverado has around 309,000 miles, original power and drive train. That one is has had alternator, radiator, water pump, heater core, window motor etc.. basically nickel and diming me right now. I just drive it to haul or pull stuff and winter time when I need 4wheel drive.

[@dampergoldenrod4156]

if they made a maxima with a manual under 40,000 i'd buy it

[@randycavalera460]

Old engine is 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪

[@manuelcosta2789]

I bought a VW Golf 4 (1.6 petrol) in 2002 as new and still have it. It's been more than 20 years and he's still driving great, and no rust spots. I'm even afraid to trade it in for a new car.

[@bfiftytwo1155]

Bad for climate/CO2. You should buy the newest car every year for climate!

[@whatevergoesforme5129]

You should be afraid. Cars today are not meant to last like old cars. Same with appliances.

[@letaros]

Same engine (8v 102hp), 20 years, no problems

[@manuelcosta2789]

My engine has 105hp

[@vettle1]

Nice to see Jaguar and Kia being consistent at something...

[@pargolf3158]

@@JOSH-ge4oc Not only that, I heard they ceased production also.

[@bills5009]

My neighbor had a Jaguar. It was in the shop more often that it was on the road. He hated it and ended up getting rid of it.

[@vettle1]

@@bills5009 My wife's uncle had one for about 2 years before he realized it was never going to go more than a few weeks without something breaking and he sold it also... That was back a long time ago I was really hoping Jaguar had done better now but I guess not

[@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp]

Jaguar and Range/Land Rovers were originally Briths Leyland cars. Right from the beginning, they were known as "serious trouble" cars. British Layland sold them "for an apple and an egg" to Ford, just to get out of the warranty claims. Ford tried to fix them but eventually "gave them away" to an Indian Car Conglomerate - who had no better idea than to add 40 % to the sales price and launch a PR campaign presenting them the the ultra luxireous category of cars.

[@seinundzeiten]

yes, they are consistent at breaking down

[@manbtm1]

Seems to be repeat offenders often, I used to be a big Subaru guy, but not a fan of CVT. I have switched over to Mazda the last two CX5s and just got another new 2024 , wonderful cars ,reliable, never a problem with any of them, no CVT transmission , I will stick with my Mazda CX5 , Japanese build quality , also got 0% financing on a new one for 60 months offer in December , which was incredible,

[@daveshork2797]

cvt is a transmission

[@daveshork2797]

and they suck

[@LuisUrbieta]

Imagine this, let's face this, no car have a perfect track record of reliability, & to make matters worse if a car brakes, you should buy a new vehiicle & it's sad that cars are "through away cars" these days. Because they're adding more electronics, turbo chargers, & complicated transmissions that can cause a car to fail. Instead of "Car Help Corner", the channel should be called "Bike Help Corner" where they can talk about the best bicycles you should buy, the bikes you should avoid, how a bike can help, & tips to maintain your bike. If CR talks about unreliable cars then, we might move to a bike as a greener alternative & if we do not wanna get wet then, add a roof & sides to make bikes safer for everyday use. Plz reply

[@kartofle123]

Did you buy the cx5 with the turbo engine?

[@DanielBeard-bt7mn]

My '22 Crosstrek Limited was built in Japan. Zero issues. Runs great.

[@jerryhall3359]

I own 2004 Buick LeSabre, 20 years old , 235.000 miles and still runs perfect. oil change/transmission fluid change and tires and general maintenance which is dirt cheap . now I'm fascinated how long it will go

[@ButchNackley]

3800 V6? 235,000 miles. It's just getting broken in good.

[@sadiegirl5312]

I wish I’d kept my parents LaSabre. 🥹

[@billybob1723]

@@ButchNackley - Best motor ever.

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

You literally put 235 miles. We use a comma to separate digits, not a decimal. I suspect a BOT in the midst.

[@billybob1723]

@@haroldbeauchamp3770 - Or a German. Or a typo. The comma and decimal/ period are beside each other.

[@Supercat_2022]

The company I work for had a new 2023 Nissan rogue when I joined with them. The vehicle had 3000 and some odd miles on it. The car began sputtering when driven, the check engine light was on steady, then it started blinking. It was finally taken in for service only to find out the engine was beyond repair.

[@patverum9051]

Maybe if you had taken it in when the light CAME ON??

[@OtisFlint]

@@patverum9051 Doesn't matter, they're junk. I was driving my 230k mile Sequioa when one blew up in front of me in the fast lane on the highway, covered my whole truck in oil.

[@JohnShields-df8od]

Why do you think We call It the "money light"?

[@4dscdriver]

My office had one that we rented from enterprise. It went into limp mode with only 16000 miles on it. It's a pos.

[@seinundzeiten]

lol hence the apropos name- Rogue car

[@ronaldboyd6273]

Driving habits have a huge impact on car longevity.

[@robj2704]

True, but some of these brands are historically unreliable.

[@jonstone2466]

Unless your driving habits are leaving the vehicle parked, none on this list should be owned.

[@Comm0ut]

But they do not save junk from being junk. Mechanic since the 1970s here.

[@geraldscott4302]

With a vehicle that is fairly reliable to begin with, maintenance is the key to making them last longer. Oil changes should be done every 3000 miles. City driving is several times harder on a car than highway driving, though high speed highway driving is also very hard on a car. I drive my Mercury Grand Marquis at 65 mph on the highway, with it's V8 engine turning over at 1500 rpm. It's about to reach 400,000 miles. Both the engine and transmission are original and have never been worked on. Driving it at 80 mph will knock 100,000 miles off the life of the engine and transmission.

[@ronaldboyd6273]

@@geraldscott4302 You are correct.

[@Inkling777]

In Africa there's a saying: "If you want to go out into the savanna get a Land Rover. If you want to go out into the savanna _and come back,_ get a Toyota Land Cruiser."

[@kenfrank2730]

I like that!

[@tania_yt]

Lol omg!

[@petergarayt9634]

Lived in Ghana for a while and this true and hilarious.

[@petergarayt9634]

I don't know how reliable the new Land Cruisers are but I hate they way they look. The older ones are like 'mountain goats'.

[@markmeador]

I bought a new 2007 Nissan Sentra with the cvt transmission. I went through three transmissions before 50,000 miles. Th e dealer told me they wouldn’t replace another transmission and it would cost me $5000 next time. I sold the car the next day.

[@jamesbriers696]

Big bodies, little engines, it never ends well. Primarily designed for shopping mall usage. The Brits call them "Chelsea Tractors", it's not a term of endearment.

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

Automakers put these small displacement engines in cars because the Feds make these foolish CAFE mileage goals. The Secretary of DOT's only qualification is he was a homosexual Democrat.

[@ArthurTanner-d7s]

I prefer ‘mum wagons’. Fit for the (1/2 mile) school run.

[@jamesgarner2103]

nah, it's not that. the problem is greed. these auto makers are cutting corners bigtime to maximize profits. problem is, once you lose your loyal customers, you lose them for life. they will never buy from you ever again and neither will their family members.

[@Gazr965]

True Chelsea tractors mainly used for the school run, some trips as low as 500 yard's !😎 Gaz UK

[@patrickmacleod2415]

@@jamesgarner2103 Nah, it’s not that. The problem is governments constantly placing greater and greater environmental requirements on vehicles, which makes them more expensive and also causes companies to try to find other ways to keep prices from going any higher than they already have gone. In the US, large states like California make it worse for everyone because manufacturers can’t afford to make separate models for them and everyone else, so whatever crazy requirements California put out, the rest get stuck with it.

[@rickg882]

I miss my 1972 VW bug.

[@rodpitt2709]

My 72 would be completely rusted away by now, but I do miss my 71 & 73 bugs

[@claytonberg721]

It is sad what VW has become...

[@antilogism]

Yep. Engines needed a rebuild far more often than 300k but it was a weekend and $200. Maybe the most service friendly car ever built! Everything was easy and parts were everywhere.

[@psalm2forliberty577]

I bet you do ! They were simplicity, defined. So was my 1972 Datsun 510 - a great cheap durable little runner from the J.A. Pan company.

[@DanniTheMagicJunkDrawer]

@@claytonberg721my 2006 beetle was ok but 2015 started burning oil about 40k miles. This June it just went. I’m so upset. I loved the car but I can’t anymore with these crappy cars (vw said the boring was normal)

[@lugwrench9832]

100 years of automobile manufacturing, and most manufacturers don't have a clue what they're doing.

[@PoliticalFacts-NoMAGA]

It's all about meeting government MPG standards. In order to sell these cars in the US, they must meet standards. Same exact reason we don't see small pick-up trucks these days. Now, the new small pick-up trucks are hybrids,... and for the same reason.... meeting standards.

[@richardweaver472]

Sure they do, it's just like medicine, if we cure you, you stop paying!

[@stronzer59]

they know but it's a throw away world so they build to a cost structure how many cars built today will still be going in 2050?? ZERO.

[@Nedchilvs]

They know exactly what they are doing

[@whatevergoesforme5129]

I blame government intervention and planned obsolescence. Cars and appliances in the past were made to last. That is no longer true today. And manufactures learned about bricking.

[@RacerX1971]

Issue with Hyundai and kia is that they didnt do a good job of getting rid of machine shavings which lodge in the cranks oil way..eventually, the engine starves for oil

[@lunarvision]

Yep. They cut corners and ignore responsibility. I think one of their higher ups was jailed for this.

[@davidb1630]

Agree, but also with all new engines they should be run in gently, not like older engines and oil and filter changed at the 1,000 or 1-month first service check up, to remove debris from bedding in the engine.

[@anthonylim2428]

Funny tho because majority of the ones with problems are built in US lmao

[@timheersma4708]

I drive mostly highway miles. Mechanic friend said that may flush most of those shavings out to the filter or pan.

[@RacerX1971]

@@timheersma4708 , yes, maybe the pressure will push out the shavings. Also change your oil sooner than 5k..good luck

[@davidpeterson3222]

2014 Kia Soul+ has had zero issues at 152k. Tires, 2 batteries and scheduled maintenance. Still looks nearly new inside and out. Best money I've spent on a commuter/travel car.

[@inkedbeast76]

Except anyone can steal it by using an Apple USB cable.

[@davebrown9725]

​@@inkedbeast76Not the higher trim models with pushbutton start, just base models with ignition keys.

[@NatureBoy12100]

@@inkedbeast76 Yes, the latest KIA boy they caught said he tried an Android USB cable and it wouldn't work. It wasn't crappy enough.

[@lonniebeal6032]

Co-worker had a 2018 Soul start burning oil at 40,000 miles, he traded it for a Rav4

[@acornsucks2111]

You mean the tires actually wore out? What a piece of junk.

[@jamesbaine580]

None of these vehicles are any surprise I can't believe people still buy these vehicles

[@rogan4338]

I think a lot of people still just look at prices or take what looks cool while doing no research.

[@billbaine1286]

Brother, missed these staying with Lexus

[@Peter-Du]

Many people refuse to do any research before purchasing a vehicle. In a way I feel sorry for them.

[@lunarvision]

Exactly. Ford, GM, and to a lesser degree Nissan, should always be avoided. Only a fool picks these brands.

[@louyht7]

@@billbaine1286 Is Lexus good and reliable?

[@shywatermelon2666]

I got a 2012 Nissan rogue a few years ago it’s been really problematic like the check engine light would turn on every few months, gas mileage is terrible and found out that it had the transmission replaced 3 times, luckily I’ll be getting a new car soon and done my research for a good reliable one

[@TheCaptjamestkirk]

I have a 2015 Nissan Rogue and the CVT transmission went out at 65,000 miles!

[@carhelpcorner]

Thanks for sharing. Not surprised to hear this!

[@subaruamazon]

shy what are u going with. 07 camry here.

[@subaruamazon]

@@TheCaptjamestkirk cvt's are a disaster

[@mr_jons8390]

Thats horrible

[@handydave4253]

I love my 2018 Nissan Rogue with its 4 cylinder engine. I received a notice from Nissan that the warranty on the CVT transmission was extended to 84 months. This could be a response to a class action lawsuit but at least they owned up to the CVT issues. I am keeping my Rogue.

[@madjames1134]

Nissan is very good except by transmission. A manual Nissan lasts forever, but Nissan CVT transmission gets bad as soon as the car leaves dealership.

[@alaingillot4718]

2013 , 130 k miles , already replaced 3 cvt s with nissan recon , only 12 k miles warranty . No care or help here from nissan , they dont want to talk about it .

[@CS-zz6hp]

You can buy a blockout unit for $300 that plugs into the diagnostic port and it completely disables the Cyclinder Deactivation Technology on the GM trucks and suvs like the Tahoe, Yukon, Silvarado etc. I bought one and have had it in my 2015 Yukon Denali for 5 years and it works perfect. I lost 1-2 miles per gallon but gained rapid acceration and the engine running very smooth. If you try one just remember to unplug it before you take your vehicle into the dealer.

[@PAHighlander24]

They only cost around $100. I bought one a year ago.

[@grazz7865]

Cadillac tried (and failed miserably) with similar technology back in the 80s with thier “4-6-8” engine. Same principles-computer turns each cylinder on and off as needed. Total disaster. Cadillac ended up swapping the engines for the HT4100 (not much better with the soft cams). Auto makers will never learn.

[@Avo7bProject]

Last year I bought one of the last 2022 GMC Canyon long beds before they were gone from the lots... specifically to get a naturally aspirated 4-cylinder without stop/start technology, or active fuel management (cylinder deactivation). And I wasn't a fan of the computer-generated gauges in the redesign. I'm a very cautious "late adopter" in marketing-speak. Some people might say the truck is a touch underpowered, but I don't tow, or go mud-bogging. I'm content to avoid the Turbo-4 of the redesign, and collect slightly better gas mileage from the outgoing model anyway.

[@grazz7865]

@@Avo7bProject for every single piece of electronic junk they add, that’s something else to break. You mentioned virtual gauges. What the hell was wrong with the actual gauges?! So with the virtual gauges, if there’s an electrical issue, you have nothing to worry

[@666dynomax]

why do you need to take it out before going to dealer?

[@jaimieconroy36]

Thanks for the list of vehicles to avoid. I wouldn't consider them anyway. I know that the CAFE standard is forcing automakers to make complex engines, but small displacement, turbo-charged engines, cylinder deactivation, and other high-tech features have lead to unreliable engines. When Hyundai started making the Theta 2 engine they had nothing but problems with it. CBC Marketplace exposed this issue several years ago. It was enough for me to say no to Hyundai. I avoided parking next to Hyundai and Chevy Bolt as either one could spontaineosly combust.

[@jimbullock6039]

I bought an '84 Lincoln Town Car in '86 and drove it for 21 years with factory recommended interval fluid changes and maintenance! It had a 302 V8 throttle body fuel injection engine, automatic 4 speed overdrive transmission. I only replaced the alternator, ignition coil, radiator, intake manifold gaskets (coolant leak) and fuel pump (wasn't bad but had over 100k miles on it) once each. When they say, "They don't make'em like they used to." It's true!

[@rayjohnson863]

Im at 123,000 miles on my 2017 Nissan Sentra and has been solid so far. I bought it new at 25 miles and in the 7 years I've had it has been pretty good. NO CVT issues either.

[@Yohance550]

I have a 2017 with 164000 no issues I just change the oil and got net tires

[@mariogarcia2254]

That is very rare for a Nissan Sentra. Just ask all Sentra owners from 2013-2016

[@paulcostache6733]

Nice to see 2 of them didn’t break, only the rest….

[@stevequantie8064]

I've heard if you replace the trans fluid it will last as long as any other regular transmission. But, that's not part of Nissan's maintenance cycle.

[@miniaddict4534]

@@stevequantie8064I agree. It’s just another manufacturer trying to mislead consumers by saying the oil lasts the lifetime of the transmission. But they never specify what the life of the transmission will be 😂

[@subaruamazon]

Toyota, honda and mazda and that is pretty much it for quality. Honda is slipping from what I am reading.

[@terrencebenjamin7241]

They all are. At this point it’s pick your poison and hope for the best. Some of these alleged unreliable cars people do own trouble free as well so…

[@subaruamazon]

@@terrencebenjamin7241 I am a bit of a laggard with cell phones and cars. 07 camry 148k. will be holding on to this until this auto insanity levels off. years. but if anything happened to it, Id buy a 15 to 17. Heck, I like the look of a 00 to 01. so am not worried about it. I did rent a corolla in sept. and thought it was great.

[@subaruamazon]

@@JOSH-ge4oc wow. didnt realize that. recalls are a mistake but they dont mean the engine and tranny are bad do they?

[@rncondie]

I own a Toyota Rav 4 Prime2021 and I have had two recalls. I still would buy it again. The recalls were computer reprograming and fire cover placed over wiring.

[@ro0ster648]

​@@JOSH-ge4ocNot sure where u get ur numbers from but Honda had 2.5m recalls just in the US back in December of 2023 for fuel pumps. These Toyota and Honda recalls aren't really a big issue, they're mostly due to defective parts unlike the catastrophic recalls some companies do for engine failure.

[@viper2148]

I love my 2019 Toyota Highlander (not a hybrid/conventional transmission) except for the fact it has auto-shut off at stops. For the sake of very small gas savings I know this will only wear out my starter sooner.

[@demolitiondan1188]

I’ve been driving used Toyota’s for 25 years. I’d buy a 10 year old Toyota before I buy anything else new…..😉💪🏻💪🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@gooser__43]

Does your Toyota allow you to deactivate the engine shut off function?

[@ItsMefromSnuffys]

I heard that the auto shutoff can be turned off.

[@snakedog77]

1997 Honda Accord DX original owner, great car 200K miles, 2009 Honda CRV 190k miles original owner great car. 2019 Honda Ridgeline 43 k miles original owner. Several minor recalls, starting to make me regret the purchase. Current recall is the fuel pump. Waiting for the part to come in.

[@mothman-jz8ug]

A CRV with 190K? That thing is just broken in at 190. Years of happy motoring ahead for that one.

[@snakedog77]

@@mothman-jz8ug I agree. I 100% stay on top of the maintenance.

[@tomodonovan5931]

@@mothman-jz8ug I have a 2007 Honda Civic with 35K. I pay more car insurance per year then I do Gasoline.

[@Ziegfried82]

The Toyota Camry and Honda Accord I owned were great cars, super reliable. Can't say the same for the Chevy Baretta. My current 2018 WRX has had a few issues but they have been minor ones, bought it new and I drive it pretty hard. Oil/filter changes every 3000 miles though.

[@jimroland7542]

2016 NIssan Rogue bought June of 2016. Drive about 6500 miles a year. 50,500 as of today. No jackrabbit starts or excessive use of passing gear Changed CVT fluid August 2019 at 17,800 miles (was unaware of Nissan CVT issues till then} Changed CVT fluid June 2022 at 39,000 miles To date I can't feel any slippage whatsoever, engine still runs great and gas mileage is fantastic.

[@marketingmajor8126]

Definitely a good idea to keep the CVT fluid clean and changed often. The 2016 Rogue though has a very different engine compared to the new one though so unfortunately new Rogue owners won't benefit from your experience with the 2016.

[@jimroland7542]

@@marketingmajor8126 Indeed. I also have done a lot of preactive maintenance like having throttle body and MAF cleaned. Anything to keep the dreaded engine MIL from appearing.

[@grazz7865]

I have the 2016 rogue. Change the transmission fluid every year -regardless of mileage. I did not wait for the 36,000 mile window which coincidentally is when the warranty expires!

[@interstellarconundrum4774]

It's probably the luck of the draw. My Murano is babied. No CVT issues after 180,000 and still drives like a dream except I've had to replace the stupid axles regularly. Bummer. Keeping my fingers crossed regarding the CVT. A lot of people don't change the trans fluid at proper intervals.

[@grazz7865]

@@interstellarconundrum4774 what was going on with the axles? I believe I need a driveline. I’m getting a humming sound at exactly 65 and then goes away at 75. I checked the tires, wheel bearings and half shafts. Everything seems ok. I change the transfer case and differential fluids every year. I have to do some more research. I’m sure the issue will get worse before it gets better.

[@sweetsteven217]

Get a Toyota. Mine is at 101,000 miles and I just had a full brake job done after 5 years of a brand new car. 2020 Toyota Corolla LE. I love this car. No issues!

[@Orecatmeatprocessors]

As an old guy I learned that good used Toyotas were best for me. Less repairs or break downs. Take the money you save and invest it in your retirement. It worked well for me!

[@fogsmart]

Yeap told my wife that but she wanted a bit cheaper Hyundai (2017 Tuscon). Engine is dead at 107,000 kilometres. Just past warranty. Terrible reliability on many of their models.

[@SASJINX-j6w]

I bought a second hand Toyota CRV2006 in 2018 and it work well just changed some stuffs but the motor is real good.

[@kenweiss6720]

2003 Toyota Corolla 82K runs fine. How long can I expect it to last? I think our 2010 Nissan Altima with 54K will not last as long as the Corolla. PS We know the CVD can be a problem so we change the transmission fluid every 15K with Nissan CVT transmission fluid

[@danl.909]

I learned my lesson. My last non-Toyota or -Honda company or personal car was 30 years ago. It was a Ford Explorer. The service mgr. at the Ford dealer said his mechanics called them "Exploders." From what I see and hear, they haven't gotten any better.

[@nickdebenedetto2267]

“Exploders” wow. How amazingly clever. I guess there must be something wrong with the last 2 Explorers I’ve had or the hundreds of thousands that police and fire departments all over the country use because my ‘01 lasted 20 years and 230k before the transmission failed and my current ‘15 has literally had ZERO mechanical issues and sits at 170k today and rides a hell of a lot smoother and comfortable than your boring anti-Union, Nazi-friendly Japanese tin can which will rust out waaaay sooner than my Fords

[@richardalvarado-ik9br]

Honda is starting to suck too. Too much plastic and aluminum.

[@danl.909]

@@richardalvarado-ik9br Perhaps. I’ve been pleased so far with my current Ridgeline, and I have nothing against plastic and aluminum used appropriately. At least they don’t rust. The Ridgeline has had a number of minor recalls, though, and there is a major one coming involving the crank which may necessitate replacing the engine. It will be interesting to see how that goes.

[@MrEricmopar]

I drove a lot of pickups in fleet service and the GM/GMC and Fords never were that good. I finally figured out they have a cult following is why. Selantis ruined dodge trucks, but back in the 80s, and 90s, Dodge really was the best in reliability and comfort for all day driving too. Corrosion protection was far better too.

[@johntracy72]

Was it Found On Road Dead or did you have to Fix Or Repair Daily?

[@Warg666]

The 2005 Silverado LS Crew Cab 5.3L V8, I got in 2007 with 57,000, that is not a typo in Miles, it lasted 167,000 Miles before the engine took a massive shit on me on a April fools day, power steering, brakes, and a head gasket blew all at once.

[@pezpengy9308]

next week were turning in our leased kia because we won the lemon law case. essentially we got a free car for three years.... wasnt bad when it was working.

[@codincoman9019]

The big issue is the TIME you spend (servicing your lemon car) that you will never get back.

[@hochhaul]

I almost got to that point with my 2016 Toyota Tacoma because it had so many issues. Glad I traded it in because now that generation of Tacoma is having engine failures outside of the warranty period. All manufacturers seem to have given up on reliability and quality control.

[@the_kombinator]

@@codincoman9019 I'll take a free car for 3 years, even if I waste 2-3 hrs every month servicing it. Hell most tiktoker's time is worthless anyhow, so in those cases, even 10 hrs a month would still be worth it.

[@lukek1949]

The race to these 3-cylinder engines, is for fuel economy. It’s not economical if you have expensive drivetrain repairs after 100,000 km (60,000 mi). All these small and mediums-sized SUVs should have naturally aspirated 6-cylinders. The full-sized pickups should drop the cylinder deactivation.

[@Shakespearelover1717]

I have a 2014 VW Passat. You are right about electrical issues. Air bag censors are a pain to malfunction and then have to be replaced. As far as I’m concerned, any VW is off my list permanently!!

[@brian_b_tamayo80]

I have a 2013 Hyundai Elantra, bought new in December 2012 & still have that car. No major engine or transmission issues; car is directly built in South Korea. The major recalls I see are those models that are likely direct built in Alabama. So far its maintenance is up to date. I’m at 115K miles.

[@lonniebeal6032]

Was that the 1.4L? That is from the Theta I family, the Theta II family is having all the problems.

[@brian_b_tamayo80]

@@lonniebeal6032 Nope, it was the 1.8L

[@metalmike570]

This is relatively low mileage, I mean your Elantra. Under 20K a year that helps. I've had a 1994 Hyundai Excel, and at least 2 Tucsons and we didn't have any big problems with them. My ex-wife is still driving her 2016 Tucson. Really low miles on it like 61K.

[@neiljuedes1661]

There are only two Nissan vehicles worth even looking at and they are the New Pathfinder with the 6 and 9 speed auto( no CVT) and the Frontier pickup.

[@BamaMark]

That’s not true. The Nissan cVT is a Mitsubishi unit. Subaru uses them too. They dumped the Renault junk trans in 2021. The 23 up Rogue is a great car. When built in Japan as ours. And our new Pathfinder.

[@treyveston7965]

I bought a new 2023 Frontier and couldn't believe all of the quality control issues I missed on the test drive. The motor was awesome, but paint, trim, and software issues were just too much. Looked at lemon law processes and decided to just trade it in on a Toyota and take the loss. Nissans are garbage across the board.

[@jbbautista1274]

I had a 2016 Nissan Frontier and 3 times driven to California to New Jersey,New York and I don’t have an issue on it right now it has 97k miles on it Mileage.

[@henryvanderbeek2973]

And the Sentra with the manual transmission....rated at 250,000 miles.....

[@pdm2201]

My 1987 Nissan Hardbody carbureted stick shift pickup is still chugging along. Don’t know the mileage because the odometer broke a long time ago. I do need to get a new carburetor for it though.

[@notimportant3820]

I was waiting for the top of the list. 100% agree, do NOT buy the kia. My engine is under the recall, kia admits that one. Only problem is, they are refusing to replace it. Now there's another recall, they are warning owners to park the thing away from homes and other vehicles because of a fire risk. I am so flipping irritated with the dealerships and the company that it's not even worth discussing.

[@jamesalexander3530]

KIA killed in action

[@johnzywko5885]

Previous comment had"buy a Toyota,Lexus or Honda" and lease everything else..Good philosophy

[@codincoman9019]

Add Mazda, Acura, Subaru - #3, #4 and #6 in reliability, because you choose smartly your car when you get the most reliable (and preferably low Total Cost of Ownership) in that segment. Mazda is far better overall than Honda, please check CR and other statistics.

[@seinundzeiten]

@@codincoman9019 I would only add Acura- Subaru is problematic over 100K

[@commonsense2469]

Sorry don’t agree with Honda anymore. Bought one and have been disappointed. Honda has several class action lawsuits against them for BCMs failing and engine issues.

[@codincoman9019]

@@ascarycatnot all the time.

[@Ziegfried82]

@@seinundzeiten depends on the year and model really when it comes to Subarus. The Ascent is probably the most notorious, followed by some of the older Subarus classic head gasket issues.

[@stoof102]

Toyota and Lexus CVTs are actually planetary gear set transmissions. They do not have the steel bands that stretch and break, as are typical in CVTs from other car manufacturers. I don’t know why they’re all designated as CVTs when, in fact, they’re different.

[@carhelpcorner]

The planetary gear set is the eCVT only used on the hybrids. Some Toyota's do have a fairly conventional CVTs such as the Corolla and CH-R. But you're right, eCVT and CVT should absolutely be differentiated because they are totally different.

[@stoof102]

Shari, thank you for the clarification and explanation.

[@Eduardo_Espinoza]

Exactly! Thank you for pointing out the differences! :)

[@1tarras]

the new Hondas (crv-hrv-fit/jazz etc) has the eCVT build in some years now without any problems.i own one😀😀😀

[@csjrogerson2377]

@@JOSH-ge4oc I bet you failed every economics and statistics exam you ever took. The size of the debt is irrelevant, its the ability to service it and the debt:equity ratio that is important. Anything over 2.0 is bad. Toyotas is 0.57. See my point? They are the biggest manufacturer by volume in the world and they only have Toyota and Lexus. You are talking absolute bollox. You have mixed up your a-hole with your brain and are thinking and writing out of the wrong one.

[@femaledeer]

Never buy a small engine with a Turbo.

[@imagine9265]

TURBO IS A WORD THAT PEOPLE THINK IT'S COOL BUT ANY VEHICLE WITH TURBO IS A POS

[@lonniebeal6032]

I've had 3 of them, 86' Dodge 600 2.2 Turbo, 89' CS Daytona 2.5T, and 2016 Hyundai 1.6 Turbo. Used synthetics, kept the oil clean and never a problem.

[@garymcaleer6112]

Thanks for the insight, CHC! Posts like yours are a Godsend. Whenever I have followed those who have don research on automotive quality in both new and used, I've never been let down. It is very good of you to have this public voice for the rest of us who can't take the time for the needed research that you devote your time to.

[@silverhammer7779]

Complexity might not necessarily mean unreliability , but it definitely DOES mean astronomical repair bills when (not if) something goes wrong. I got lucky with my Nissan with CVT, it went over 250K miles but it cost a small fortune to get anything fixed. Keep in mind that the only reason for this complexity is so the manufacturers can reach government-mandated mileage and emissions goals. What the customers want (e.g., reliability, reasonable cost, build quality) come in a distant third, if that much.

[@hugoglenn9741]

CVT in a belt what makes it more complex than a Ford 10 speed transmission. Many fewer parts

[@silverhammer7779]

@@hugoglenn9741Nissan CVTs manufactured in the last few years are having major problems that the earlier ones (early 2000s) didn't have. I never had a problem with my transmission from 2002, but my car was built in Japan. Could be that I just got lucky...for once

[@grazz7865]

I k ow the CVT on my Nissan is not serviceable. It’s an R&R job for almost anything. Minus $6000 out of my pocket of course

[@silverhammer7779]

@@grazz7865 Yep. Modern cars should have a big sticker on the inside of the hood: "No user serviceable parts inside."

[@bunzeebear2973]

Didn't you ever wonder why a V8 car with a 2 bbl carburetor can get 30 MPG auto transmission and a 4 cylinder small car can only get 28mpg(or less)?? That is BIG OIL working hand in hand with the car companies saying you can make little cars BUT THEY HAVE TO CONSUME the same amount of fuel as the V8 engine. Everybody thinks there is an unlimited oil supply and air pollution is no problem so long as BIG OIL & BIG AUTO make their money. That is SAD. KIND OF WHY I am rooting for Tesla(but not really) I am hoping the garage mechanic /inventor comes up with something that burns CO2 & emits O2 gas.

[@leebadgley591]

The big problem with the Kia and Hyundai engine failure is lack of oil changes.We have several of these engines in our family. We all change oil every 5000 miles. A few have over 100,000 on them!

[@stevie-ray2020]

That's true of virtually all current engines, so when owners cheap-out & skip regular oil-changes & servicing, it ends up costing big bucks! The owners I feel sorry for are the ones who have paid for a full-service, only to have been ripped off by a dodgy mechanic who didn't even touch their vehicle!

[@JJSmith1100]

It is strange to hear of Kia and Hyundai problems. In South Africa they are fairly popular and I have never heard of premature engine failures or fires. Oil change intervals in this country is 15000km or 1 year although few people stick to one year if the 15000km is not up. The 1 year thing is considered relevant for warranty vehicles only by most.

[@richardalvarado-ik9br]

That's at least two oil changes a year, even with full synthetic oil.

[@MrEricmopar]

Yeah same here, I change the oil in my Mother's 2018 Sonata every 5000miles and it's fine, near 100k. It also gets 40 to 43mpg on the hwy around here, and around 36 to 37 on a long trip, where you are driving at 85mph most of the time. Also Car and Driver and Motortrend flat out lied about those cars. They have tons of leg room in the back, even with the front seats all the way back and I'm over 6ft tall... They don't wallow in curves like the Auto rags all claimed. In fact, my mother's Sonata is one of the best handling sedans I've ever driven, and that includes a friends Acura. No one mentions that Toyota in the last decade has had oil burners and head gasket blowers in their lineups too.... I no longer trust the auto media at all. The media slams Subaru's 2.0ltr Crosstrek, 9 second, 0 - 60, as "slow" but they never test the base Corolla Cross, and similar vehicles, to report that they are even slower with 10 and even 11 second 0-60mph times, vs the 2.0 Crosstrek's 8,5 - 9 second 0 - 60 times.... The media is super slanted now.

[@Stu-o5t]

Wife's Hyundai 2006 Sonata has 260k+ and just keeps a going. She's faithful as to oil changes.

[@mjsboda777]

Your vidios are spot on, thank you for your recommendations and knowlage of projected car troubles down the road. Consumers need people like you ,thanks again.

[@carhelpcorner]

Thanks so much!

[@hugoglenn9741]

One of the few car videos where anyone is spot on everything

[@unacarafea567]

Yesterdays Fords and Chevys are not todays Fords and Chevys. A year ago I sold my neighbor my 2004 Ford F-150 with 190K miles on it. It never let me down and apart from gas milage, it was the least expensive car to own that I've had. I hadn't done anything to it except normal scheduled maintenance and in the year he's had it, he hasn't either. It's one of the best and most reliable vehicles I've ever had in 50 years of car ownership. Not sure what happened to Ford but buyer beware in today's market.

[@Fred-mp1vf]

It's ironic that the more they cost, the worse they get!

[@josephwallis8965]

Thanks for both professional and objective reporting, thank you

[@masaonoda6792]

My Nissan Rogue is about 13 years old. It's running like new! Never had any problems!

[@davebrown9725]

Wait until you have to pay for repairs.

[@cynthiamoore8022]

Yes, I have a 2018 Rogue with 158,000 miles and it runs great. I kept the oil change up on it. Got the transmission service done Good Gas no problem.

[@acornsucks2111]

Most of them are.

[@metalmike570]

@@cynthiamoore8022 I think you're right, good maintenance and most of the Nissans will go more than 160K without issues!! I love my Rogue, a couple years in now and I bought is certified - used. The 2.5 liter 4 cylinder moves it along excellently, good power. At 81K miles with 4 years left on the loan though. So I'll drive it no more than 20K a year.

[@cb6943]

Bought a KIA Sorrento in 2017. Just reached 99K miles and the motor is consuming oil like crazy. Thanks for this video. I now know this car isn't going to last much longer. KIA service is being very coy about this telling me that burning up to two liters of oil between oil changes is "normal." No warranty coverage for me.

[@lonniebeal6032]

Try a top end flush, runs about $600, they should have offered it. Also contact Kia corporate, maybe they'll help.

[@cb6943]

@@lonniebeal6032 Thank you for your comment. The dealer did suggest a type of engine flush but said it had a 50% chance of resolving the problem at a cost of $800. Seems like an expensive gamble to me.

[@jimmyucla]

We are going thru this now my girls 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT started burning oil at 55k cel on code for knock sensor P1326. Vehicle goes to limp mode. Checked oil level bone dry dipstick. She was changing oil every 3k .. engine still ok for now but we add oil every other week! We don't want to go thru the warranty cuz u got to pass 3 oil consumption test etc .. cel Came on twice. Unless corporate will approve engine replacement immediately too much hassle will sell it if it last 100k. Now at 84k...

[@jaeinnmoon3279]

My family bought four Nissan rogue starting with 2016 model. Not a single one of them had any issues. All I ever do for the car is an oil change at every 3,000 miles. We changed out batteries and brake pads… no issues what so ever. We did do transmission oil drain and refill at 60,000 mile intervals.

[@ilovetotri23]

People will buy the Rogue because of the price and options, while expecting reliability! The Rogue is not a vehicle most would lease. While I have the same complaints with the CVT that Nissan uses, I have been told by certified mechanics that the CVT used in Altima's suffers very few issues.

[@50bmghb]

We have a 2017 Rouge that has 95k miles on it and only thing that ever went bad was the heater blower motor. Great driving and comfortable car.

[@Babak1358Shah]

I have my Jeep grand Cherokee for 6 years now with zero issues. It’s all about who has driven the car previously. I bought it new to mitigate that risk and for the price, you get a reliable 6 cylinder with nice styling inside and out.

[@carhelpcorner]

The Pentastar V6 is the safest version 👍

[@matthewhayes5221]

Don't advertise you bought a jeep. Everyone else is laughing at you.

[@Babak1358Shah]

@@matthewhayes5221 😂 ok loser. I can buy whatever I want so don’t let me crush you with my wallet. You guys can make fun of jeeps but they have a great resale value and great cars. You are a follower and listen to everyone else I base my decisions on my own experience 😉

[@Babak1358Shah]

@@matthewhayes5221 the only one laughing is me to the bank and your wife at you for the joke in your crutch.

[@matthewhayes5221]

@Babak1358Shah crutch? Jeep brain working hard huh...

[@GeorgeFreda]

I'm definitely hanging on to my ford ranger. 214000 mi. And runs like a champ! It's Manuel transmission and it's so sad that manual transmissions are becoming nonexistent. I love driving a stick!

[@carhelpcorner]

You can get a new Tacoma with a manual. They are pretty amazing!

[@Blando7887]

many years ago, my ex wife bought a 2000 Kia Sephia. What. A. Colossal POS. I had an 87’ Toyota Corolla that was still running and reliable at 500,000 miles. Regular maintenance stuff sure, oil changes, brakes, tires of course will go out. Toyota in the 80s and 90s were EXTREMELY reliable. Adhering to the tried and true simplicity is the focus that car manufacturers should take more seriously

[@Ziegfried82]

Worst car I owned was a Chevy Baretta. The thing was burning and leaking oil by the quart every week. Blew up on the highway about 1 year after I bought it. It was used with about 80,000 miles on it..terrible car. Toyota Camry and Honda Accord were far better for me. One of the big challenges for cars is the EPA who keeps trying to push impossible MPG and emission standards...roll all those regs back and cars will be awesome (and affordable!) again.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

Toyota hasn't changed, 3 of the top 5 most reliable models are currently Toyota 👍

[@standwithterry]

Geez, thank you for the heads-up!

[@Ron-qi6yn]

Good for us that those strict EU emission rules seem to protect us from dealing with the majority of cars listed since they are not sold here. Don’t even think that they sell 2 liter Kia’s or Hyundai engines here. So only the fancy jaguar and Land Rover remain; but if you can afford those you should be able to afford maintenance too. The only remaining is the VW 1.5 tsi engine, but yeah everybody knows that those are crappy so no news there.

[@tedleung9634]

Please clarify what model year(s) are you warning is the issues. Readers are taking your POV on make and models to be universal. For myself, I’ve owned numerous Nissan models (Murano & Pathfinder) with CVT with the latest over 10 years old without any transmission concerns.

[@cynthiamoore8022]

So Toyota or Honda is the only car to buy😂😂😂

[@carnations1905]

And they are not even reliable anymore

[@acornsucks2111]

Pretty predictable. You would think he works for the dealership.

[@alisanina]

Subarus are GREAT

[@leelarson107]

@@acornsucks2111 You're right about that.

[@timm5310]

Yes sir

[@andrzejsniadowski4903]

I am first owner of 2014 Nissan Rogue with 138 000 miles on it and so far I didn't have any problems except for oil change/transmission fluid change and general maintenance.

[@phillipkeener5444]

I'm currently leasing an AWD Taos and the overall driving experience is horrible. Jerky acceleration, leaks coolant, electrical and operating system issues. I can not wait to get out of this thing.

[@timm5310]

VW shxx

[@crawford586]

If Nissan would abandon the CVT they might actually sell a few vehicles.

[@juanmateus8560]

Surprisingly I see a lot of Nissans on the road, just as many as Toyotas, Hondas and Mazdas.

[@genes.3285]

@@juanmateus8560 I suppose because they're cheaper.

[@JDMSwervo2001]

@@juanmateus8560cause you can buy them dirt cheap used

[@liddlebopeep]

​@@genes.3285And bad credit, Nissan will apparently finance anyone with a heartbeat

[@josephkelleher8820]

In my 13th year driving my Altima with the original CVT and ZERO issues. I change the CVT fluid every 2 years. Drain and fill that's it plus changing the paper cartridge filter every 100,000 miles.

[@Nita-uu4nj]

My 2019 Nissan Sentra, purchased new, didn't even get to 20,000 miles without the frustration of a battery constantly going dead. Also transmission problems, the CVT issue. Mechanic tells me "ma'am I don't build the cars, I just fix 'em." Just got a cab home from work tonight, beyond aggravating.

[@ivanvarykino8202]

Thank you, i will continue to buy quality used Lexus vehicles at around 100k miles, and drive them for years with no major issues 👍

[@codincoman9019]

Excellent for your financial freedom and not only. Just imagine the first owners of Lexus are paying half of their price for the first 5 years, while for the same amount of money you can drive them for at least another 15 years (or sell them very well after driving them another few years)! Still, depending on the segment, Mazda, Toyota, Subaru, Suzuki, Mitsubishi, Acura, Honda might be very good options. I do have a Lexus, but I also have a Miata and a Jimny for the specialties (cabrio and offroad).

[@larkt6693]

Yeah I have a 2010 Lexus IS250 . Tho it’s probably Lexus least reliable model.. but in the years I had it.. nothing has went wrong with it yet.. so that says a lot ❤

[@billp4]

Isn't a Lexus a Toyota with luxury interior?

[@ivanvarykino8202]

@@billp4 yup, that's about it. Just improved soundproofing and amenities. I currently own a Lexus gx460 (toyota prado not sold in US) and a Honda fit. Both are low maintenance, drive for a couple decades vehicles.

[@codincoman9019]

@@ivanvarykino8202, no, it's not all. Add Aluminum brackets, some more aluminum bonnet, fenders etc. Other ECU tuning, better materials, not only the extra soundproofing and features. Lexus is far more than a glorified Toyota (The Car Care Nut explained this very well).

[@ataxpayer723]

Ford should be embarrassed to have their badge on the new Bronco.

[@Chilidog335]

I would not trade my rusted beat up 1978 Bronco for one of these new pieces of things.

[@jayson657]

Ford has no shame.

[@Dukerdr]

The new Bronco is awesome, however...the Bronco SPORT is built on the smaller Ford Escape chassis which is what he's talking about here.

[@PurpleMusicProductions]

The new Bronco looks horrible. Such a testosterone level killer. It screams soccer mom/dad. It has no balls about it unlike the predecessors.

[@hamiltonasseiro6671]

Never buy Ford. Too many recalls.

[@gordol66]

I have a '17 Kia Sportage SX-T. Engine died on the highway with zero warning or symptoms at 103.9k miles. Took out the engine, starter and turbo. Three months to get it repaired, others had to wait longer and many others had the claim denied by Kia America. The 3L Lambda engines are also prone to failure. Also, immobilizers are only included in the key-start vehicles in the 2023 and newer models, older ones can be stolen with a hammer and USB plug.

[@donniee.2238]

I am sirprised abt the Range Rover. Surprised it only took the number 4 spot and not higher.

[@m.malina6797]

If more people could afford them it would be higher. The Rovers are overpriced garbage as cars and more status symbols than anything.

[@davec8730]

yup! me too, the others must be proper shyte.

[@tesla_models]

​@@m.malina6797😢

[@MimicMan0324]

2019 Nissan Murano i bought brand new. 68K and runs and shifts like a dream! Hope to get to 300,000😆

[@carhelpcorner]

Change the CVT fluid! It will need babying!

[@JBM425]

Car Wizard recommends changing your CVT fluid every 30,000 miles. If you haven’t already done so, do it now! CVT fluid changes are cheaper than a new CVT (they are virtually unrepairable, so you’d be buying a new CVT plus labor).

[@MimicMan0324]

I change the fluid every 35-40K since I drive more highway miles than city. Should I change the filter and is there even a filter, or just keep changing the fluid?

[@JBM425]

@@MimicMan0324 There is a filter inside the pan. It’s not external like an engine oil filter. That CVT fluid filter is normally part of the fluid change.

[@MimicMan0324]

@@JBM425 Thanks for your knowledge! I knew when I bought the vehicle new that the more you baby the transmission and change the fluid the longer they'll last. No hard acceleration especially from a stop, and no shifting gears while moving etc. I have a little over 68K and no sign of the CVT acting up.👍

[@KORR]

test drove a CVT not knowing what it was or that the car i was driving (new Subaru) had it... pulled into some highway traffic and immediately had an "OH S***!" moment when the acceleration I was expecting simply wasn't there... never again👎

[@daviddewey2107]

My 2008 Jeep Liberty just passed 280,000 miles. I'll definitely buy another Jeep when they knock a couple of zeros off the price.

[@RJARRRPCGP]

Problem is, that the 3.7 V6 seems to have a tendency to start bucking and the check engine light being lit. Also, watch for the check engine light sometimes blinking. There may be a lot of them having an ECU fault as well! The first thing to check, is the head and valves! IIRC, was also a report, if not multiple reports of cylinders being dead, causing the V6 to act like a 4-cylinder, or a V5!

[@WhittyPics]

GM had issues with cylinder deactivation back in the 80s with the 8/6/4 engines. Many owners disabled that system.

[@timm5310]

4100 pos

[@rnr5445]

One thing about the Rogue. It is by far the safest vehicile you can drive. You cant even loose control on ice roads even if you try too. Its just that safe. I have never driven a another vehicle that comes close to being so safe.

[@timhanson2080]

It's really safe when it's sitting in the driveway with a bad transmission.

[@terryandrews4460]

😂​@@timhanson2080

[@fremontpathfinder8463]

Thanks Shari, your videos convinced me two years ago to get a Honda instead of a Huyundai

[@carhelpcorner]

Great to hear!

[@Sabundy]

Wise decision

[@hugoglenn9741]

Best friend had the Chevy 1500 cylinder deactivation engine shutdown and replacement at 10K miles. He’s OCD, the vehicle had to be sold shortly thereafter, he was a big GM fan, now he’s tickled with his Honda civic. Doesn’t need a truck sold his boat

[@peterandrewj]

Thanks for a factual and well researched report.

[@lashawndarobinson-carter2415]

I love my 2020 Nissan Rouge. It has supassed 60,000 miles and I am replacing the CVT. It was originally supposed to be replaced at 75K miles. I am doing the repairs now, before warranty expires!

[@ForestToFarm]

Been driving my 1999 Ford F150 since new. So far 1 fuel pump gone bad. Its runs great and I drive it every day. 160,000 plus miles on it and counting!! Used for construction for close to 20 years with heavy loads. This truck is so very easy on tires. Never rotated and you can let go of the wheel and it goes straight down the highway. Triton V8 4.6 liter. Very good truck. Terry

[@CoachForsyth]

Simply put in a couple of sentences buy a Toyota/Honda, and you will never have to worry about crappy car brands.

[@glennso47]

Newer Hondas are not as reliable as they used to be.

[@TheCaptjamestkirk]

The Honda CRV now has a CVT transmission.

[@747-pilot]

I would change that to TOYOTA only! As others have correctly pointed out, Honda has gone down the toilet tubes in the last 15 years or so! They used to be “bulletproof” just like Toyota, until GREED got the better of them! 🙄

[@neilbarnett3046]

I have a 14-year-old hybrid Lexus RX, and the only problems are the cost of the dealership's labour and the cost of parts. Still more reliable than a Range Rover, though, and uses far less gas. I said to a friend that I got 28mpg in town and he said he barely got that out of his Peugeot hatchback, though he does just go to church and the shops...

[@0bzen22]

​@@747-pilotshame, because their engineering design is solid. I like their hybrid system, should be very reliable, like their engines, and they have better habitability than Toyotas (Jazz, Civic, HR-V).

[@Thisishard2333]

You have to change the oil on a CVT frequently. It’s expensive even if you do it yourself.Changed mine at 50k. Black and smelled burnt

[@josephkelleher8820]

I am in my 13th year driving my 12' Altima with ZERO transmission issues on the ORIGINAL CVT! The car has well over 100,000 miles. In my opinion if you maintain these transmissions by doing a drain and fill of the CVT fluid every 2 years they can last a very long time.

[@carhelpcorner]

Glad to hear that. Over maintaining these CVTs does seem to help significantly. Too bad they are this fragile and require that though.

[@jamesnicol3831]

Mazda is far from Japan build check your vin

[@terrencebenjamin7241]

I ended up getting a car with a CVT (Honda Civic) because it was the best choice as the others options were too cramped or I paid more for less features. CVT with the 1.5T in the civic performs great but I have to keep an eye on it because everyone says the CVT’s are no good and the 1.5t L15 Honda Engine is their worst motor in terms of reliability. Therefore I will just maintain the transmission like I am supposed to as well as the engine with potential problems it will face

[@JBM425]

Replacing the CVT fluid frequently is the key. If you follow the manufacturer’s service interval, it says the CVT fluid is “lifetime.” Based on guidance from Car Wizard on KZbin and a Nissan Pathfinder forum, replace the fluid every 30,000 miles or two years (as you do), whichever comes first.

[@terrencebenjamin7241]

@@JBM425 my owner’s manual says every 25k-30k miles. I am changing it on my next maintenance appointment

[@badpixels_]

buy Toyota, Honda, Mazda and Subaru. save headaches.

[@747-pilot]

Honda, Mazda and Subaru have their own issues as well, although not as bad as these German and American brands. The *ONLY,* repeat *ONLY* brand that is truly bulletproof reliable and durable, is *_TOYOTA._* End of story! Honda used to be virtually as good as Toyota, until they sold their soul to the devil a couple decades ago, for GREED!!!

[@jimmski9908]

Those are the same four brands that I recommend as well.

[@GordoGambler]

Volvo.

[@badpixels_]

@@GordoGambler nah

[@chriss.9398]

Subaru had cvt in them right? What makes them a good choice?

[@LloydsofRochester]

We'll stick with Subaru, or Toyota as a good 2nd. We always use Consumer Reports' repair histories before we look for a replacement car. It's very accurate, but vids like this are useful.

[@stevep756]

This is the end result of going global. 40 years ago I was a licensed mechanic. Today I drive a 07 and 11 Crown Victoria government models. Top shelf quality that is long forgotten in today's global world of price too high and quality too low for the global sheep!

[@patrick39432]

My 2019 Pacifica is closing in on 75,000 miles and has been very reliable, though strictly a gas engine. Guess I got one built on a good day🙂

[@MountainDewComacho494]

We had a Chrysler Pacifica 2020 and the dealership had it for six months because of an engine failure. It had to be sent off to Houston and all they did was essentially replace the whole engine. Fortunately, that car was later totaled in a wreck, victim of a suicidal deer. It always had weird problems with the electronic systems. We now drive the 2022 Chrysler hybrid Pacifica I know you would ask why we would own one but we really do love the hybrid and a lot of the features it has. The vehicle drives great and is very practical. The plug in feature gets us over 50 mpg and we get the best parking spots. I think they really ironed out all the bugs by the 2022 edition.

[@markks2321]

I must have gotten lucky? My 2012 Hyundai Tucson spun a rod bearing at less than 80,000, and They refused to do anything about it. Buyer Beware!

[@mauricedalzot5445]

I traded in my 2012 Tucson at 150000 miles no issues other than worn out suspenison parts trade in value was less one third of a Toyota Rav4 of the same year. I did not buy another Hyundai.

[@acornsucks2111]

@@mauricedalzot5445 a 2012 with 150k, you are lucky you got anything for it. You can buy it for a lot cheaper than Toyota also.

[@csjrogerson2377]

What was the oil like? Was it changed at 5000 mile intervals?

[@mauricedalzot5445]

@@csjrogerson2377 Between 5 and 6 thousand pretty much as did when I picked up new.

[@johnrichards3666]

... and yet people still spend their hard-earned money on unreliable vehicles that will be worthless down the line. Go figure.

[@kendallevans4079]

Cuz wifey wants it.....

[@BohemianLifer]

Buying new is silly...

[@Ziegfried82]

@@BohemianLifer if you got the money to burn, go for it. The problem is most of these people are financing (they can't actually afford to buy new).

[@nickdebenedetto2267]

I’ll do the “figure” for you. Not everyone wants to buy a soulless Toyota with zero personality and pay MORE for it than it’s domestic counterpart just to watch the frame and wheels rust out within 10 years. Just look at all those fugly RAV4 with their rusty wheels and soft frames. What good is that boring 4 cylinder engine if the entire body of the car is rusted out and cracking up looong before the engine dies?? There’s more to buying a car than how long the engine lasts

[@ice9594]

IMO most people don't do their homework & rely on looks, ads, pricing.

[@femaledeer]

Never buy a car with a CVT transmission. Any gas you save will be put into replacing the transmission.

[@nunyabiznez6381]

I had a 93 Nissan quest. I bought it used. The speedometer was broken and read 383k miles. I paid $1000. I owned that vehicle for five years and probably added 50,000 miles to it. The seller told me that the speedometer had broken over a year before I bought it and he figured it probably had about 400k miles on it when I bought it from him. I added two new tires, a new right front passenger seat belt, a new driver seat, a belt a battery in the five years I owned that vehicle. The only issue I ever had was it would stall randomly a few times a year if I didn't take it for a drive on the highway for more than a few days. It really didn't like city driving but LOVED the highway. I moved to Florida with that vehicle. I took out the rear seats and sold them for $200 and loaded the back up with over 1500 lbs of my stuff when I moved here. Driving down RT 95 I hardly noticed how fast I was going, keeping up with everyone else weighed down with all that cargo then looked down at the speedometer and it said 97mph. I had no idea a mini van could reach that speed. I probably put $800 into it in the above replacements some were used parts. After about 5 years of ownership I sold it for $750. That was the biggest automotive mistake of my life. I regret selling that vehicle every day. My second biggest automotive mistake was buying my 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. I paid $5000 at auction after running the carfax report and it came back clean. It only had 43k miles on it. I figured I had scored big. This was two cars previous to the Quest. I won't list all the issues. I ended up spending almost $10,000 in repairs in the 18 months I owned that vehicle. I bought it in 2008 and after trying for six months to sell it I ended up auctioning it off for $700. Nobody wanted it and I know why. At only 43k miles the transmission was shot. The engine was shot. The entire electrical system needed to be replaced, the people I brought it to for repair including two jeep dealerships all told me that NOTHING in the vehicle matched up with what their repair manuals said it should. It was as built by the factory but they all told me that for a few years Jeep would frequently change the build several times a year which would drive the repair technicians insane. I was told at one point I would have to have the entire vehicle disassembled just so they could figure out how the wiring was. My vehicle actually had three hidden off the books fuse panels that didn't match any documentation the dealer had access to. They literally had to cut a hole in the rear side panel and another one through the floorboards to access the fuse panels which were welded shut with no way to ever change a fuse. The on board computer was completely messed up. They absolutely insisted that the vehicle was exactly as the factory made it, no after market reconfigurations. it was just perplexing to them. I would say that if you EVER want to drive a Jeep, lease one for no more than two years and even then, don't expect it to be drivable after 40k miles. I should have heeded my late Dad's advice. He used to call Jeep's "Heaps." He told me they were the worst built vehicle ever. He went on at great length about the short comings of his brother's 1946 Jeep Wiley. My uncle bought his used when he got back from the Korea War in 1956. It was ten years old and was nothing but problems and so he only had it for about a year when he sold his to a junk yard. My annual cost of ownership for the jeep was $7500 excluding fuel, fluids, insurance and tax. My annual cost of owning that Quest was around $200 with the same exclusions. I am still looking for another old used quest but so far in my immediate area no one wants to part with theirs. It was the best and most practical vehicle I have ever owned. The jeep was the absolute worst. I have also had a Ford Taurus that wasn't particularly good and a Volvo 240 which likewise was not particularly good. Both were cheap to buy being old used station wagons but the Volvo was ludicrously expensive to maintain though not quite as bad as the jeep.

[@CalvinHikes]

Now all you need is a publishing company and design a cover for your book.

[@HanginInSF]

Impressive post Mr. Tolstoy

[@stockey]

Just avoid turbo engines and CVTs in all brands, they're less reliable, i still have my 2009 Kia Borrego with over 300K miles on it, and still going great, so Hyundai, Kia do make good engines.

[@artfquinn]

Yup. But now all automatic transmission are CVT. Consumers can no longer avoid CVT. I think car makers invent CVT so the consumers have to buy a new car when their car reached 100,000 miles or even just 60,000 miles. Unless people learn to drive stick.

[@truckercowboyed2638]

​@@artfquinnmost don't keep a car that long anyway so who cares why they use it....

[@tomm7505]

A friend of a friend just recently bought a used Jaguar F-Pace with 67K miles on it. I felt like asking her if she bought an extended warranty with it but I didn't. Also, anyone who buys a used German/Euro/Korean car should also buy the extended warranty. I've bought 2 CPO Acuras (a '13 TSX and an '18 RDX) and haven't had a lick of trouble with either one. If you're buying used (unless you know the car's history): make it a Toyota or Honda product.

[@k.b.tidwell]

My brother in law learned the very hard way that yes, you can find amazing deals on beautiful European autos. He once drove up in an immaculate Mercedes of the larger sedan variety (can't remember the series). I mean BEAUTIFUL, and paid $7000. Enjoyed it for a month before he was suddenly wallet-deep in electronics replacements that quickly had the car with a For Sale sign on it. He owned several Mercedes and BMW's before he learned his lesson, but when your looking for a cheap status car you get a lot of foolish ego and emotion-driven choices in there, and car purchases are the last place to not be very rational and do your homework. I agree on Toyota and Honda, but I do think that for value-for-the-dollar Toyota wins.

[@mrmrmrcaf7801]

My wife has a 2018 Nissan X Trail (same as Nissan Rogue from the US) with a 1.6l 163 bhp 6 speed manual transmision and close to 170k km on board and so far 0 issues , it is a very good car.

[@housco11]

Manual trany makes a big difference. Not so the CVT.

[@andrzejsniadowski4903]

I agree with you 100%. I am first owner of 2014 Nissan Rogue (2.4 liter) with automatic transmission with 138 000 miles on it and so far I didn't have any problems except for oil change/transmission fluid change and general maintenance.

[@PurpleMusicProductions]

All of the manufacturers on this list should be avoided which has been known for decades.

[@pumpkinpie78]

Interesting list. I have owned: A 2009 Forte that was bulletproof. A 2012 Impreza with the CVT and the transmission failed at 100k - never buying a CVT ever again. 2017 Highlander that was bulletproof. 2021 GLC 4Matic that had minor issues covered under warranty.