Our WORST CARS of 2023 - Most boring, least reliable, WORST new car and more! | ReDriven

2023 is coming to a close and the ReDriven team is reflecting on another year of content. As something of a celebration, we're looking at our WORST CARS from this year. Importantly, we're only talking about cars we've reviewed this year, not the entire market.
We've got categories like the most boring, least reliable, WORST new cars, and more!
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Skip ahead:
00:00​​​​​​​ - Intro
00:18 - Biggest Disappointment
03:50 - Most Boring
05:25 - Least reliable
07:18 - We don't get it...
13:07 - We'd not recommend
16:12 - Worst new car
20:20 - Personal WORST car of the year
CARS MENTIONED:
Audi A6: • Audi A6 - AMAZING car ...
BMW X5: • We test a USED BMW X5....
BMW X5M: • There's only ONE REASO...
Honda CR-V: • Should you buy a USED ...
Hyundai Santa Fe: • Used Hyundai Santa Fe ...
Jaguar XE: • Jaguar XE - What you M...
Jaguar XF: • Used Jaguar XF review ...
Kia Sportage: • DO NOT buy a Kia Sport...
Land Rover Discovery 5: • Land Rover Discovery 5...
LDV T60: • LDV T60 - Should you b...
Mazda RX-7: • Should you buy a USED ...
Mercedes-AMG A45: • Should you buy a USED ...
MG HS: • MG HS, more CHEAP than...
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport: • Mitsubishi Pajero Spor...
Porsche Panamera: • USED Porsche Panamera,...
Range Rover Sport: • USED Range Rover Sport...
Skoda Fabia RS: • USED Skoda Fabia RS - ...
Suzuki Jimny: • Is buying a USED Suzuk...
Toyota C-HR: • Used Toyota C-HR. Comm...
Volvo XC90: • The Volvo XC90 - The c...
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[@MattyDienhoff]

ReDriven are carrying the torch for authentic, down to earth, realistic auto journalism that somehow manages to capture not just the practical nuts and bolts stuff of every car they review, but also the real-world ownership experience, as well as the intangibles that can explain why a car that isn't perfect on paper is still worth people's time and attention. You guys strive to uncover the feeling and character (if there is any!) of the car and I love that.

[@ReDriven]

You’re the best mate, thanks so much. - AK

[@davesonvalencia277]

Fr fr

[@Sam-zu8pc]

I couldn’t agree more mate - they’ve managed to bottle a really good formula of content and hosts while keeping it honest.

[@adamfulford6423]

Yep!

[@tonestar0183]

MattyD you're absolutely spot on :)

[@revertsui]

Quote of the year for me - "The people who buy an XM - Dont buy an XM Spend that money on a good therapist Work out your self-esteem issues because you're buying to feel good about yourself and buying material objects is never going to fill that gap in your heart and soul"

[@benmcmurray4369]

Buy a citreon one though

[@runninguy]

This part of the video was so funny 🤣

[@DominusAnno]

Lol "I wasn't disappointed by that cos I know they're shit" Jim's my hero. 😂

[@georgepappas4628]

Love it 😜

[@mrguest3749]

1:18

[@thsihsav1]

These reviews are the best!

[@Shinigami920]

8:59 the fact these boys do this over a beer makes it 200% more legit and a 1000% more enjoyable😂

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much mate. We were both bloody exhausted when we filmed this too, it has been a huge year. - AK

[@scottharding5793]

Love your work, great to see a authentic and realistic Australian auto journalism for once! Purchased my car based on one of these vids, and very happy

[@ReDriven]

Thanks heaps Scott. - AK

[@mvnorsel6354]

What did you get ?😅

[@darrenprior6339]

As an owner of a Land Rover Discovery 5, my second one, I can do nothing but concur with your conclusion. Which probably means I'll end up getting another one because Land Rover owners are idiots and I do not exclude myself from that judgement. To balance the misery of this poor choice I also own a GR Yaris so I think that kind of forgives a few sins. Doesn't it? Doesn't it? Anyone? I'll go away now. Happy New Year guys and thanks for a wonderful channel. Love it.

[@georgepappas4628]

No, 6 months in the Klink for you😃. You just need to buy a thoroughly reliable and boring Kluger to absolve your sins 😟

[@darrenprior6339]

@@georgepappas4628 Father forgive me for I know not what I do 🤣

[@georgepappas4628]

@@darrenprior6339 Repenting is the way to salvation 😂

[@kevinnev]

😂😂😂 you forgiven.

[@nicochicobean1395]

it redeems you a bit in my eyes, the yaris is a taste of rally in a commuter car

[@7immmmy]

Jim with a few stubbies under his belt is hilariously honest 😂

[@ChrisN06999]

"There's no need for that car to exist. It's just for people that have massive self esteem issues that need to have the latest giant SUV from BMW" (and other brands too). ~ReDriven.

[@Sam-zu8pc]

I used to work with a mechanic whose motto was “people who buy BMW’s are just showing the world that they have mental health issues” and from my observations over the years he was bang on the money!

[@1bigboi_629]

@@Sam-zu8pcyou're not wrong there😂

[@pwrrpw319]

Yeah its like the insanity of the Toyota Land cruiser 200/300 series !!!!, but at least the Toyota has got some chance of being useful off road ???, if you actually go there with it, that is ???????

[@Isexwayiso]

I own a Jimny you can be correct, but I can't even sell it, it's just like a Jack Russell, it will destroy your house content and run away half the time until it comes home looks at you. I love the thing

[@jkcros]

Love your work guys, especially these end of year 'specials'. Your vids are always an entertaining look, even with cars I have no interest in. Looking forward to another year of your unique ways. All the best for your new year Adam & Jim (and the unseen ones in Sam & Cal).

[@TheHayabusa09]

Would love to see a review of the Nissan Pulsar, especially in SSS form....wait, hang on...isn't that one right behind you???

[@geoffreycoury1171]

Re the X5. I can't talk about the model driven, but I own a 2020 X5 3.0 diesel. It's my 5th X5 over the last 25 years and the best. I've test driven comparable SUV's - ML/GL series Mercs, the Audi Q5/Q7, the Porsche Macan/Cayenne and prefer the X5 as a drive by far. Practical, flexible and reliable (always serviced on time). I had an E class Mercedes T-bone me doing 60km/h. My 2011 X5 was stationary at the time and according to the Police the X5 saved my life and I quote "a lesser SUV and you wouldn't be here with only bruising". I typically keep them for 5 years and sell with 200,000 km or so.

[@muscle_car_guy2338]

Since your Honda accord euro review ive been glued to the channel. I always recommend ReDriven when i know someone looking at a new/used car. I did so with my mum and her Suzuki Vitara Turbo. Her seeing your video pretty much finalised her decision to go right ahead and buy it.

[@RichieRouge206]

Agree with XC90 being a Volvo nut. Anything post Geely is a disappointment. The AMG45 is a pure Chav chariot and they have totally destroyed any class that modern Merc had. And 100% agree with the awful XM. It really represents every single thing that is wrong with cars now. Every person that buys one is an absolute t055er. Great video and I absolutely love your channel! Keep up the amazing work!

[@reneeandmitchhardman6326]

Great to see authentic and genuine views about vehicles for another year; I can't wait to see more excellent content next year.....and no vehicle branding sponsorship, which is a wonderfully refreshing feeling. Real opinions that resonate with the public in Australia...keep it up boys

[@MrJamesDiamond]

You guys are going from strength to strength. I have no intention of upgrading my 135i (because Nostalgia), but your videos are so entertaining it makes it damn tempting. All the best for 2024!

[@verjason]

Thanks for all you do guys. Happy holidays and have a great new year!

[@MrRodgerMoore]

Thanks for the content. Great team work- it’s wonderful to have a mechanic’s view

[@tonestar0183]

Bring on 200k subscribers and wish all at Redriven the best for 2024. Love all that you do and how you do it.

[@secretsquirrel9722]

I am a JDM die hard for at least 25+ years now. You guys nailed it and I'm glad you had the guts to say it. I've coped it forever about how corolla like most of them are in stock form. Even having driven multiple gtr's in each model, RX7's and supra's etc. BUT, with some very simple modding to every part of the car, they all become a pretty raw and brilliant driving experience. Would I pay today's price if I didn't already own it = no chance. Buy a brz/86 and the same mods would be every bit as fun with much more modern packaging.

[@grantm1891]

Check out Misha whipping Porsches with a stock power BRZ around the Nurburgring (heavy mods to suspension and tyres mind you).

[@laplays6916]

​@@grantm1891 It's mainly his driving ability that makes the BRZ look fast. The people that own them can afford Porsches, but can't use them how they're intended.

[@glennsheppard3320]

Great reviews, it's hard to get honest reviews these days with most just being super positive about everything they drive. In the UK BMW and Merc are very popular and having owned both I Totally agree with your views on them, looking forward to more content in 2024, happy new year guys.

[@donsinai2554]

Great video, great channel. Reminds me of the no holds barred, no cow tailing motor journalism you could read in the hey day of Wheels magazine back in the 80s, showing my age now. Well done guys. Each video is adventure with forthright info and no fear or favour, exactly the way motor journalism should be. Most other stuff on the web today is just an ad for the car company

[@bobhuynh2593]

You guys are absolute legends. Always watch your vid asap everytime. I base on your vids to recommend cars for friends and family because I know you are trustworthy. Love your honesty and ethic. Have a great new year!

[@deancleavesmith]

Nice job guys, fun episode and some great views on some models. Thanks and wishing you a great 2024.

[@dedalus6]

Happy new year guys. Really enjoyed your videos this year, love all the jokes, honesty and contradiction 😂

[@paulmartinic7552]

Always appreciate an honest opinion with no BS. Thanks for your efforts this year guys.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

I can so relate to the rant on the XM. It’s just that it’s so horrible as a vehicle and the idea that there was actually a committee that thought it was a good idea. Oh my goodness! It’s such a horrible vehicle that my dad had to interrupt my rant when we were chatting about cars.😅Anyway, absolutely agree with you guys and will definitely continue to support the channel. Happy holidays.

[@terrysmith7740]

Really enjoy your content. Have a great new Year.

[@interstellarvulpes7789]

This could be boiled down to "old cars aren't as good as new cars, I just don't get it"

[@70XU1]

Great fun video guys. Thanks for a great year of reviews.

[@moloono1]

Great video guys! I’m not even in Australia but I appreciate your journalism and knowledge.

[@timofey24]

Keep up the good work. Happy new year

[@stevenmuscat8126]

Great sumation video of the year. Keep up your great honest reviews. Better things for your channel are guaranteed for the coming year. Had to chuckle though when I realised that you turned up in the Chery Omada to review the Santa Fe. Which probaly means it was your hardest day of work last year.

[@urVirtualChad]

I love this channel. Always my first destination when it comes to cars 😃 keep up the great work guys!

[@reitsmaassociates]

Fab job guys - keep up the cool reviews in 24 - cheers from Brisbane

[@Jobantus]

Have recently been introduced to the channel guys and I must say I am hooked. Love the honest and straight forward reviews with no wankery. Fantastic. I have worked my way through nearly all your videos. My wife thinks I am obsessed. Would love to hear your views on the Suburu Liberty Exiga. I have a 2010 model in good nick and live in Newcastle if you are interested in doing a video. Keep up the great work guys!

[@danielmac9838]

You have a really great channel guys, it provides a great deal of value. All the best for the new year.

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much mate. - AK

[@remiewatkins8032]

Awesome stuff good job have a great new year love the videos

[@cyclemoto8744]

Thank you for getting straight to the point when reviewing. Thank you for partnering with relevant sponsors (I understand the need but at least it's not tooth whitening ;) ). And thank you for the entertainment team. Cheers

[@EzzaLeo]

A very Happy New year to you both and your team

[@mahcooharper9577]

Agree with all that guys, thankyou for your content. And all my cars now sport Wipertech wiper blades bought with your code. Happy new year, roll on 2024 and the mighty AU!

[@CAM-lh5mx]

Keep the vids coming please guys ❤🙏 happy new year

[@johnphaceas7434]

Great video to end the year fellas, well done and can't wait to see what you have in store in '24. Love that you're gonna get an AU. Isn't that one of the great things about car trends - so many that were considered POS when new have become (or are becoming) cult classics in old age. Though I don't drive anything sensible any more, I still have great fondness for the '99 AU Forte wagon (classic waterfall grille...) I bought in 2000 for one reason - it was the only car at the time that could fit two kids capsules and a full grown human on the rear bench. Kept it for 5 years, drove the hell out of it, great pickup, and geez more cargo capacity inside than most vans. Can't wait.

[@davidperry3531]

That’s a great end of year summary video you guys. I love the genuine disagreement between you two particularly on the ‘I don’t get it ‘segment. It’s also great you calling out some new cars on the market, particularly the Chinese brands now trying to get a slice of the action. I don’t always agree with your decisions but if owners of some of these unreliable cars carry out maintenance properly, then maybe some of these cars are not as bad as you make out.

[@phillawrence9680]

Great video guys. Jim excelled and thank you Adam for your deep psychological insights. Love your vids and wipertech blades are brilliant!

[@tommyhartman7920]

I bloody love this channel, happy new year guys, much love from the UK

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much mate. - AK

[@lesblick6441]

Love the review guys, down to earth,honest and humorous

[@PolarenX]

Having a BMW master mechanic as a friend. Always said X5's are the worst. They see them the most in there with the crazy expensive repairs. He couldn't even recommend them lol. Keep up what you guys do. Love it.

[@boglizard9423]

Love your channel, would be great Jim if you did some workshop videos on cars in your shop, repairs, diagnostic. Like the Car Wizard, The Car Care Nut, but for Australian vehicles.

[@raymadani270]

Thank you for the great job boys. I will be watching this several times. Very good reference

[@hazzargooleypunch5805]

Great channel and excellent wrap up.

[@zootius]

Love you guys! The way you think and talk about cars is a breath of fresh air, and I agree with you about everything except Honda CRVs being boring ;) Okay, they are boring but they also don't break down, which makes my life better.

[@Daniel-to4xu]

Love your work gents and really enjoying your channel. I hope it goes from strength to strength in 2024. Would be interested to see your thoughts on the ZB Calais, the prices have come down spectacularly and now represent good value.

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much and a ZB is very high on the to do list for 2024. - AK

[@shane6989]

Bravo on 2023, fellas. My first stop motoring advice channel.

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much mate. - AK

[@khimani]

Great show and genuine views.

[@montyspearo]

Great work guys, have happy new year. On I don't get that X5, better off with AWD euro wagon which are far better handling. If you need the offroad capabilities with good road manners then range rover or discovery (reliability aside).

[@weeksy153]

Absolutely love this channel

[@awareofvacuity4238]

Agree with everything you say about BMWs these days. They've become so diluted with SUVs and FWD crap that sell on badge appeal, they are a just not the same company that made the likes of the E30 or E46.

[@pierreinthavong181]

Awesome video!😁

[@philipbatty]

Great work guys. My favourite car channel 👌

[@waynebuckley6633]

Happy new year guys!

[@ReessParnell]

ReDriven, I love all of your down to earth videos. I'll even watch reviews of cars that are not available here in Scotland! That said, I think I'll go for a Mazda 3 or CX-5 this year. All the best for 2024!

[@ravipeiris4388]

I just discovered your channel. I reside in California and appreciate the organic nature of this channel ❤.

[@TheMrMikeo]

This is a great vid!

[@colseverns9848]

Hello Guys Happy 2024 !! Only found Redriven half way through 2023 but now I am a disciple… Love no bullshit commentary…. Soo bloody Australian keep it going boys . What about a review on the MB GLE400 and GLE350 …

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much mate. Merc GLE is very high on the "to do" list for 2024. - AK

[@rickyelvis3215]

half pissed fellas.. happy new season 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 went for a S swift sport.. glad I did.. thanks!

[@traceycrawford9938]

Thanks for all your great videos and information! The Jimny is crappy (and not worth the price) but at least it has that ‘Retro cool’ look. Whereas people buying ca rs like BMW’s and Jaguars (just for the ‘designer’ badge) do my head in 🤦🏻‍♀️ I’d love to see a line up of ca rs (with all the badging removed) and see which one’s people actually like then ;). Happy New Year 🥳

[@vivburke4382]

honest, funny,informative great video 👍

[@richardsimms251]

Great video

[@andynater1885]

Keeping it real and entertaining at the same time - nice work. In 2024 could you please include a E90 M3 and Alfa Guilia for review.

[@Rooster1717]

Great video guys. Love your honesty. Refreshing. Don’t agree with the Abarth comment though. I think they look great and have personality. May even get one eventually as a city runabout.

[@iconoclast1970]

My bro just recommended your channel. I love the content. You got me as a subscriber. Keep up the cool content. Also, can vouch for Wipertech products. I have used them on our cars and the products are great quality. Far superior from the wipers I purchased from an auto retailer which started squeaking in no time.

[@ReDriven]

Welcome aboard mate! - AK

[@TheAUSSIECLINT]

You guys are the absolute best cars research

[@deanwalliss8739]

You guys are great. I hope you can keep being this fearless and genuine. I especially liked comparing the Suzuki Jimny to a slightly brash friend who vomits in your car, but you later forgive. 😂

[@brad2tube]

BMW XM, burn much ? Haha, love it. Happy new one, Crew, have a great break 🤙👌✌️

[@dkja1]

Thank you. As much as I love some of the cars featured, even my fanboy self could not fault your comments at all. Now I need to entirely reconsider my wish list of cool cars.

[@nimrodaugust5092]

This video is great 😊 🙏🏾

[@irenee800]

This is so refreshing... authentic!

[@koosclaassen4871]

These videos are good examples of how personal preference and emotion affect our decisions when buying cars. Gotta love the honesty in the opinions expressed here in this video and by Redriven in general

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much mate. - AK

[@1bigboi_629]

As someone who works at Volvo, the new ones are stunning, but immensely shit thanks to being owned by the chinese. If you ever buy one out of warranty, the price of the car and the repair costs + servicing, the amount of money you've spent you'll probably be half way to a brand new Porsche GT3 RS. Amazing looking, shit reliability

[@antonandres5115]

Been subbed to you guys since the GU Patrol video. How you guys are still not at 100k subs baffles me. PS, I can relate to AK’s sentiment of “I know it’s a headache but I like it”.

[@ReDriven]

Not at 100k subs? We’re at 196k…

[@Cat_O.]

I used this channel, ammong others, to buy a 2016 Hyundai i30. But have an oil leak, i find you have to rev the engine somewhat hard to make it take off en read that this could be linked to carbon deposits in the pistons. Now i always expected the i30 to show up in this list somehow.

[@night-heron954]

Request to look at ldv g10. Please Happy new year

[@tonybennett638]

Excellent 👍

[@Deatomizer]

My son works at a Toyota dealership. He brought home the Yaris RS for a bit of show and tell. That car takes the trophy for being overhyped and very underwhelming. Oh, and stupidly expensive.

[@maxmackinlay618]

The RS should not be confused with the GR. It has half the horsepower, 2wd only and a CVT.

[@davedonnelly8681]

I loved my Skoda Fabia Vrs. I am also so thankful i sold it before it cost me money. managed to eat its clutches and it only had 60k on the clock. luckily i managed to reduce depreciation by purchasing a heavily hail damaged model with full 5 year warranty for half price.

[@lukegilbert7985]

People refuse to take the Lexus advice. I’ve had 11 Lexus, both my sons have them now. No matter how many people ask me about XYZ shit euro car and I tell them to buy a lexus at their budget they refuse to do it. People have no idea how bad it can be with an out of warranty euro with a load of deferred maintenance. Usually purchased from an independent euro garage. Recipe for disaster! I own 2 Porsches, older BMW X5 etc etc but I know what i’m doing and I’m also comfortable setting fire to money! Buyer beware!

[@Izaakswrld]

You guys should review a s13 would be amazed to see how they are reliability wise ergonomics etc 🙏

[@lorinsdawood842]

What you said about the BMW XM, I couldn’t agree more. Everyone saying they’re good looking but that is the most hideous, vulgar thing design in the last 20 years. There’s not one single thing I like about it, the headlights, bumper, rims, exhaust pipes, side profile 🤢🤢🤢

[@77Stringer]

Just found this. Superb

[@spliffler]

My mates got a blown sazuki jimny. It is bonkers, he swears by it, loves it and he does everything with it.

[@vmac11k99]

You guys are like those two old-timers from the Muppet Show - Statler and Waldorf. Whinging, but absolutely spot on.

[@stevenloynds3691]

You boys made the call and now it's us as your subscribers to ask and make a vote let's see the rav 4 build 😉 I wanna see it...happy new year

[@leonk8113]

I love that RX-7 and back in the day wanted one badly. However, the twin turbo setup was problematic!

[@Lesley.h]

Thanks guys🙌😎

[@raja616]

I've just bloody realised you boys do lots of your recording round to corner from me in Randwick/Maroubra. Been watching you guys for ages and only just clocked it!😂 Won't say the street name here but begins with a J. See you on my runs!

[@TomS-ho6td]

I'm assuming the n14 pulsar in the background is a SSS , would love to see a review on it

[@rotarpowered6665]

Some people just want a reliable car to go from A to B. Others need to see a therapist 😂

[@boostedrex19]

Listening to your comments in the video regarding Volvo moving to EV’s. got me thinking… what’s the future look like for mechanics as ev’s increase and combustion engine vehicles reduce… it’s a long way off but as a mechanic Jim, do you think about where your business goes ? Do you see much change occurring ? Or will it be a slow change with little impact to this generation of mechanics ?

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Spot on.