When these SUVs were new in 2024, reliability rankings were partly predictive. Two years later, we have better evidence. Owner surveys, recalls, and real-world mileage now show which early predictions held up, especially as new engines, transmissions, electronics, and software have had time to expose weaknesses. For today’s used buyer, the question is therefore no … Read more
Japanese cars have perhaps the industry’s strongest reliability reputation—and broadly, the reputation is deserved. The mistake is treating it as universal. Toyota, Lexus, and Honda repeatedly produce excellent results, but a Japanese badge doesn’t automatically deliver Toyota-level reliability. Subaru follows a distinct engineering strategy, Mazda’s newer large-vehicle platforms have faced growing pains, while Nissan and … Read more
Ask most drivers whether German or Japanese cars are more reliable, and Japan will probably win the reputation contest. Historically, that reputation is well earned: Toyota, Lexus, and Honda have accumulated strong reliability records across generations, while German premium cars became associated with sophisticated engineering that could become expensive with age. But the modern picture … Read more