Most Costly Cars To Maintain & Repair || This Will Shock You
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- Опубліковано 3 сер 2024
- These are the most expensive cars to maintain and repair that you can buy in 2024. We share the top 10 least reliable car brands that have the highest maintenance and repair costs in the first 10 years of ownership. We also share the top 5 least expensive cars to maintain with the lowest repair costs that you should buy instead. If you are buying a new vehicle, make sure to watch this comparison review.
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You must be doing something right when manufacturers are complaining 🤔
They say 90% of all Land Rovers manufactured are still on the road … while the other 10% have managed to reach their destination.
Sounds accurate 😂
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He is the SW of the UK people love Landrovers no matter how many times you tell them they are expensive and unreliable !
What a shame.
Dude, you're a hero to the common man for re-posting and making sure this information is known.
Thank you!
This is exactly the type of consumer-focused content I come to this channel to get. Excellent work Shari. Keep it up.
Thank you!
Thank you for holding your ethics, not selling out, and being a trusted advisor. Pure respect!
Thank you!
I know that Porsche is the car brand which took down his previous video on this topic because they have a long history of suing others
I’m a mechanic. My family only drives naturally aspirated Toyota’s because I don’t like working on my own cars in addition to everyone else’s.
I sell auto parts. Same here. You buy what's proven.
I'm a mechanic too - the wife drives a Lexus because she's fussy & I don't want to have to repair her car..so Lexus.. I'm not fussy, but also don't want to repair my car - so i drive a 1980s Renault. I change oil & filters on both, full stop. People baffle me with the insane bills for car repairs they swallow just to impress people. Let's not. My work vehicle is a Daihatsu - it has a 10 year maintenance cost of about 500 quid because nothing on it breaks. Oil & filters.. You'd have to pry it out of my cold dead hands. First time I put it up on the lift, I went "Wow - this thing is BUILT...."
@@jamesward5721 I am amazed. The Renaults in Europe must be way better than the ones that made it to the US. The reputations of the LeCar and Alliance here were terrible overall, though I had a schoolmate in high school whose family had two 1985 Alliances, and he loved them.
I share your philosophy though. I want an '80's-era Volvo 240 so bad I can taste it, but they are getting very hard to find for decent prices. People have figured it out, and the prices are going up.
@@k.b.tidwell Best mechanic I know of has a Renault 9 with the 1.4 Cleon fonte engine - 400k miles on it. He drives it daily & ignores popular opinions. When Renault stopped production, they were beset with engine issues - to the point they resurected the design. I go to adjust valves on mine - they never need adjustment - waste of effort. I go to try "improve" it by fitting new parts - the old parts are never worn when removed. It was a quiet sweet spot in motor manufacturing.
Audi has 4 zeroes as it's emblem. It comes from the repair bills that owners have when they get out of warranty.
Tesla requires expensive tires every 20000 miles, has higher insurance, and if you cant charge at home, you have to consider charging wait time , remember time is money.
yeah, its crazy how the tyres wear so fast with normal driving, especially the michelin pilot sports wear so fast, a set are like 1400 plus. company car's say in the UK, the company pay for the tyres and the majority of the insurance, so really ain't a problem unless you actually own one yourself. if you wanna play you gotta pay.
Not always true. My Model Y is at 33,000 and I'll be changing at 35,000.
And of course you know all this because you have made a horrendous purchasing error and landed yourself with one of these expensive Teslas for the last five years. Maybe you can do a little research next time. For a start, you need to specify AWD or RWD because that makes an enormous difference to tyre deg. But hey, I don't want you impinge on your narrow world view. In the years I have owned a Tesla I have never waited to supercharge even once. And my insurance was £90 less this year than last.
My 2003 Lexus ES300 has cost me very little money over the years. I didn't even need new brakes until 55K miles. I just replaced the front struts. Other than that, it's been super-reliable and just regular service. Didn't replace tires until 50K miles.
My 03 MB E320 didn't need brakes until 80k miles. My first tires last me 190k miles. I only gave it 2 oil changes in 21 years. Best car ever
@@maxxbenzz7842 DAMN THAT IS INCREDIBLE. I've always dreamed of driving a Mercedes. Maybe time I took a serious look.
Nine years in on my VW Golf MK7 1.8t running a stage one+ tune with zero failures. No repairs, just maintenance.
Retirees who struggle to meet their basic needs are the ones who could not accumulate enough money during their active years to meet their needs. Retirement choices determine a lot of things. My parents both spent same number of years in the civil service, but my mom was investing through a wealth manager, and my dad through the 401k.
This is true. I'm in my mid 50's now. My wife and I were following this same trajectory. Last two years, I pulled out my money and invested with her wealth manager. Not catching up with her profits over the years, but at least I earn more. I'm making money even before retiring, and my retirement fund has grown way more than it would have with just the 401(k). Haha.
It's true, not everyone has access to this kind of information. Lack of knowledge can definitely make people panic. But it's amazing that you've been able to make over $287k passively through investing with an advisor! Having a great wealth manager can really make a difference, regardless of how the economy is doing. Keep up the good work!
At a point like this, when the pressure is already on you to retire, its best recommended you seek the services of an adviser, as this allows you make smarter investing decisions.
At a point like this, when the pressure is already on you to retire, its best recommended you seek the services of an adviser, as this allows you make smarter investing decisions.
Deborah Lynn Dilling is the licensed adviser I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.
My 2014 Prius: 225,000 miles with no repairs, just maintenance. I love it.
As a hybrid doesn't the Prius have a gas engine in there? Doesn't it have a timing belt, or is it a chain?
@@k.b.tidwell It's a chain and yes the gas engine propels the car and also charges the hybred batteries at the same time allowing the car to get excellent miliage with enough power. Wonderful car. I'm 76 and have never had a car this amazing and dependable!!
@@kens805 yes I have a customer who is an airplane mechanic, now on his second Prius after the first was in an accident. Interesting vehicle, and if I'd buy a hybrid over a full electric anytime because of the range.
I commented because if it did indeed have a timing belt, you've been VERY lucky lol.
@@k.b.tidwell I'm pretty sure Toyota uses a timing chain on all their vehicles. The same with their CVS transmissions.
My daughter bought a 2010 Dodge Journey years ago and man what a money pit that thing was. My mechanic warned me when she first bought it. I used to take it for it's annual state inspection every year and so often he would call me into the garage area with it up on the lift and it was never good news. He would show me the problem. Best thing that happened to it was when she hit a deer, and the insurance company totaled it. Gave her a down payment on a Rav IV.
Any move into Toyotaville is a good move.
Way to go! You sidestepped them. One would think they’d do more to be more reliable.
Tesla is hard to believe........their battery is very expensive.....EV tires are expensive....moreover, insurance companies just dump Tesla's in scrapyard if involved in minor accidents.....u can find cheaper Teslas from scrapyard🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪
I couldn't believe that they have to be shipped off to be fixed in an accident and insurance is like 2x the cost.
Recent USA survey had Tesla as the worst reliability along with Polestar. Something ain't consistent here!
How much capacity is left in the batteries after 10 years?
@@peterrevens8454 new battery will cost you half the price of car🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪
@@KingKong- Green idiots really care about Mother Earth...
Agree with your Lexus evaluation. My 20 yr old RX still running and driving well. My ‘newer’ 2015 NX 200 still a great, reliable car. TY for reminding me of the costs of other luxury car expenses. I will hold onto to what I have.
I don’t mind paying for the maintenance costs if you are also getting a nice premium car and quality service. My recent horrible experience with my Mazda dealership service department showed me that when buying a car you are also buying into the service quality.
My next car will likely be a Lexus.
Same with my Hyundai dealer. They are thieves. I got a recall notice in the mail, and I do not want to take it in for that. Last time I took it in for a recall they pulled the wire loose from the high mount third brake light and said it was not working. They called me back to the service area to show me a wire with about an inch of copper wire showing passed the insulation. which says they pulled it loose. Had the car inspected for its annual state safety inspection at a local garage the day before and all lights MUST be working for your car to pass. They charged me 58.00 dollars to reconnect it. One of a couple of times they pulled crap.
Thank you for being a true advocate. You earned our loyalty!
A key factor for maintenance/repair costs is whether you use dealer vs independent service vendors. For example, when my 2017 BMW X1 was beyond the 3-yr "free" service period in 2021 the dealer quoted me $700+ for routine oil/filter + scheduled maintenance, while a local "German" independent service cost $356. Likewise, run flat tires for BMW wear out more quickly (10K miles) and cost much more to replace than non-RFT. But, if you replace tires outside of the dealer and use more durable, non-RFT, then the cost can be 50% less. However, after owning 2 BMWs and 3 Hondas, for sure the maintenance cost for the BMWs is much higher....like maybe 50% more. As for Tesla, I think you need to consider the extremely high insurance costs + lifespan of the batteries (re-sale value) at the 10-yr mark. Of more relevance to your post......is the cost of maintenance repair more for hybrid vs non-hybrid versions of the same make/model (e.g Honda CRV) equivalent? Same Q for AWD vs RWD, since for AWD a flat, non-repairable tire might mean replacing 2- or 4-tires. Anyway, the cost of ownership at the 10-yr mark is the combined maintenance/repairs + fuel/Kwh + insurance over the same period + residual value. I think a mid-size SUV like my 2023 Honda CRV (EX-L, FWD) has the best balance of build quality, function, durability, insurance, simple design, etc. for all ownership $$ costs (my first OOP oil change at a local shop cost $73). Sure, I considered an Acura RDX and Lexus RX350 when I bought the CRV, but the $10-20+K additional cost was not justified for the incremental prestige factor!
Mitsubishi was a surprise. An interesting fact. I had my CVT fluid changed on my 12' Altima a few months ago and on the NS2 fluid can it said used for Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Suzuki.
Thank you for the information that you share
Toyota and Honda is my only choice of vehicles I would buy most reliable and dependable vehicles
I’ve been driving Toyota’s for 40+ years and they have Never let me down.
I’ve owned 1 Subaru and it was the Biggest POS to ever leave Japan.
I currently own a 23 Tacoma TRD Off Road, double cab, long bed with the premium and technology pkgs.
I plan on driving my TRD until I die and after my death I’m quite sure that my wife will still be using it to plow the 5-7 feet of snow off our private road and driveway until she dies.
@@Doc1855 ...that got dark quick...
Your life has no joy in it.....nothing to be proud 😂
@@Doc1855Have you seen the latest reports about Toyota and their trucks?
@@Doc1855 Toyotas are going downhill at this point
I am surprised Mazda didn't make the top 5 least costly to repair brands
True, Mazda belongs to Top 5 reliability and low (TCO Total Cost of Ownership) - plus the fun you have driving.
Cylinder deactivation
Expensive parts
As was I. I've visited the Car Edge site to check and found that the most popular Mazda models are cheaper than average to own, just not as good as the Toyota equivalents. The Mazda 3: $5.4k over 10 years. The CX-3: $7.2k. The CX-30: $7.2k. The CX-5: $7.3k. The CX-9: $7.6k. The (ultimate fun car) Miata: $5.8k. However Mazda as a brand averages $8k!
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hilarious. my hybrid 10yr cost is $1700 more than tesla but $20,000 LESS to purchase.
I am calling BS on this because of the methodology. The assumption is that you take the car to branded garage. Who does that with their car if they own it? We have a Touareg and a Cayenne, which we bought when they were 5 years old. They are now 11 years old. They are both super-low cost cars to maintain because they don't break. That is why we bought them. The Porsche had to have the o-rings replaced and the Touareg had a leaky oil plug. That's it. You take the Cayenne to the dealer for the service, you pay 400 bucks for the oil change alone. We pay under 100.
you should consider the fact that this list is for poor people who likes to buy into nice things.
I echo your setiments. I have had zero issues. Tires are expensive, but I knew that prior to purchasing. Being able to afford a vehicle goes way beyond purchase day.
It depends on the quality and ability of the non brand mechanics. For simple services/intermediate services that my work, but where specialist knowledge or tools are required you are better off get the right people to do the right job.
@@lsj6721 nailed it. Everyone on this thread will praise their CRVs and RAV4s. It's about enjoying a car's performance/design VS getting from point A to point B.
I had a slightly used Nissan Murano which was a nightmare - something was always breaking despite maintenance at the dealer. Now I drive A4 Allroad (and maintain it properly) and it's the most reliable car I've ever had.
@@Selector21 problem with this page is its heavy reliance on consumer reports, which is flooded by regular people who are not willing to spend on maintenance; while people who blindly follow these kinds of channels act like buy a toyota is the smartest thing that any person can do.
I really appreciate your great work and courage! I always love watching your videos. Keep it up!
Thank you!
Thank You for Your Time in putting this research together. You are Appreciated, and my reason for buying the Tesla Model 3 as well. Thanks!
Thank you! Hope you're enjoying it
FOR THE PEOPLE!!!!!!! Thank you so much Shari!!!!
I'd get a Honda, Toyota or Lexus. Though the Toyota styling is getting kinda weird for my taste. But you can't question the reliability. And I love the Lexus styling , but that infotainment system is so old school.
Smart man or woman
Great video ty
Love the integrity.. Thanks!
Great work Shari I learned a lot from your videos keep it up my friend.
Thank you!
I’ve owned Acura since 2007 and have had few issues with them. I find it surprising they are never mentioned.
Why would you expect them to be mentioned in a video on most costly vehicles to maintain if you have had few issues?
In Europe it is slightly different. Every garage knows how to fix a VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda, as theY are basically the same car and every spares manufacturer makes the parts. So...... Actually quite cheap. And since 2015 they have reliable engines and parts
I don't see the need of getting a luxury vehicle when a lot of the mainstream ones have caught up. I was pleasantly surprised how premium the interior of just a CRV is now. Seems like a large amount of money just to get a name.
Great research you've done. I just can't see myself in a Tesla. Plus I've read many issues with the Teslas with the tires wearing out quickly because the car being so heavy. Especially the Plaid.
I was the exact opposite. I have wanted to buy a brand new Lexus for a very long time but I’ve never been able to justify the cost. I looked at a CRV EX-L hybrid last weekend and the sticker was $40k. For me personally, at that price point, I’m just going to spend some more and buy what I’ve always wanted and I got the Lexus.
@@spades9048 Lexus is the exception due to its reliability. Acura too but not as luxury.
You truly understand your audience... keep shinning
Thank you!
As always a very indepth analysis that will educate the car buyer, that outhers looking for information on the car buying experience, keep up the good work.
Thank you!
I like and WOW amazing TY so much ,,Keep up the great work
Thank you!
In the late 80s and early 90s, the Volvo 240DL were absolutely bulletproof. The 4cyl and inline 6cyl models were a Million mile drivetrain. They were Very safe , reliable and built like tanks.
But sadly now Volvo is mainly owned by a Chinese company and their durability has tanked, just like everything else that China touches.
Totally agree I had one…
@@norwichnorfolk1584 I put 992K miles on my 90 Volvo 240DL.
Yes the rear end was starting to make a howl and it was using a 1/2 quart of oil between changes, the transmission wasn’t as smooth as it was when it was new, but it was still reliable, until a Semi truck hit me from behind and totaled it.
I walked away with no injuries except a whiplash.
When we got stopped, the bumper of the Semi was on the rear roof of my beloved Volvo
It tanked before then (the Ford days - the S80 was a known 'disaster car'). When Volvo was their own entity they built some of the most durable vehicles of all time.
@@arielatom68a56 Yes when they truly were Volvo.
If automobile companies build quality, reliable and durable vehicles then people will buy them and stay loyal.
I’ve driven Toyota’s for 40+ years.
But when Communist Biden shut down America’s oil production and forced Americans to buy oil from our enemies and our fuel prices Skyrocketed, I sold my 11 Rav 4WD Limited with the 268hp 3.5L V6 and bought a new Subaru Forester Touring to try to get better fuel economy.
Boy I was wrong about that.
My Rav got 21mpg city and 28mpg freeway.
My GUTLESS 182 hp Forester only got 19-20mpg city and 24mpg freeway.
My Forester was literally in the repair shop more often than it was in my garage.
After 4 years of owning it, it had only 15K miles on it because it was in the shop so often.
It was a comfortable car with Excellent traction, but it was the BIGGEST POS to ever leave Japan.
I finally traded it in for a new Tacoma TRD Off Road, double cab, 6’ bed with the Premium and Technology pkgs.
I was literally praying that it wouldn’t break down when the dealership was taking it on a test drive.
After buying my Tacoma, I immediately installed a cold air intake and had the OTT installed.
My truck now has 318hp and 295 lb ft of torque at 2,300 RPM.
At 75mph with the cruise set, I’m getting 24mpg. At 82mph with the cruise set I’m getting 22mpg.
In city driving I’m getting 19-20mpg.
I’m retired and drive only 6-8K miles per year. I plan on keeping my TRD until I die.
I’m quite sure that my wife will still be using it to plow the 5-7 feet of snow we get every winter off of our private road and driveway.
I’m SOOOO HAPPY that I bought my 23 TRD.
Absolute nonsense - BYD makes the best cars in the world - I think you're living in the 80s - China has made rapid progress - even Elon Musk admits this fact.
Just sold off my 300K, 2003 Lexus ES330. Trouble free all its life.
And someone else just got a bargain.
Recently in the market for a new car and have really appreciated your focus on getting the best value and saving money. A lot of us need to do that. Those who don't need to worry about money can go spend it on luxury and high upkeep cars.
we must protect this man at all costs
Thank you for holding your ground and 100% agree, make better cars or reap studies’ results 🤷🏻♀️ As a saleswoman, I appreciate your videos ❤️
Thank you!
Thank You‼️🏁🏆
Awesome! Thanks. I subscribed.
Thank you!
My question is what happens after 10 years. Does a 20 year old car become an economically viable car as the major repairs have been carried out within the 15 first years?
Won't touch these cars even with a 10 - foot pole.
Tesla maintenance is low till you got in a minor car accident or need a battery replacement. It will become just as costly as the European bands if not more.
Luv my BMW's because I do my own maintenance and repairs!!! If you can fix them well worth buying them!!!!
I'm sure Shari would agree that both Toyota and Honda vehicles are still in short supply and dealers are taking advantage by boosting prices. Best to wait until this situation normalizes, perhaps 6 months to a year
It sucks how bad I want a Rav4 Hybrid and most dealerships are out of stock or insane markups. I cannot afford to wait any longer and will be switching over to Mazda
Honda has gotten much better but Toyota is still brutal.
That's what I have been hearing for the last 2 years.
@@liljoe23laThat is what I did. Got a cx5 in January 2024.
@@liljoe23lacurious…..do you find the RAV4 comfortable? I considered one, just found it so uncomfortable.
Hi, and thank you for this informative video. Is the Genesis brand reliable? I know they are a part of hyundai and kia which im not sure if they are too reliable. Thoughts?
Genesis is less reliable than Hyundai and kia because it has more sensors and electronics that can fail. It does have better packaging it's a Hyundai and kia product with lipstick.
Get a Toyota and you can build your wealth with it. Y Toyota truck is 27 years old . Still has air, heat, and all it needs is : turn the key and drive. Love my old truck!
My 2005 GMC Sierra is the same Everything works just fine Ice Cold Air great heat just maintenance. 4.3 Liter V6 is great on gas. has been a very good truck hauled so many things for friends and family over the years.
Tesla least expensive? Good luck with that!!!
Felt like April 1st when I saw that lol.
My 2010 Toyota Yaris has been super cheap to own!! My wife's 2017 Rav 4 got new tires and brake pads this year.
Great job! Very useful! Highly appreciate your independent opinion!
Thank you!
It is not only brand, it is also a specific model. Recently Toyota started having some rather crappy trucks. The same with Subaru. Avoid turbos, CVTs, double clutches, engine swtich-off, huge screens, cameras to keep in a lane, etc.
Never change. Get that Model T and enjoy.
I have a 2015 Audi A6, and a 2007 Toyota Camry. Both are excellent cars, that are very reliable. I have had 4 Audi’s and 3 VWs . All very reliable and few issues needing repairs.
Great video
Thanks!
Thank you!
It would be cool to see a breakdown showing unscheduled repairs and maintenance separately. Further breaking down by category since it is not fair to compare a Toyota Corolla to a high performance sports car.
I purchased an Audi in Jackson, MS in 1973 thinking I had purchased a very nice car. My thinking was discombobulated and I paid the price but never again. Honda is the car to own, little maintenance required, no breakdowns and dependable service.
I believe Mazda is the most reliable and trouble free. And by far the most fun to drive!
I own a 2007 Mazda6 2.3L Dynamic A/T. This car will outlive me and won't brake the bank. And you are right, the handling is exceptional, you can throw it in any corner and it doesn't want to leave the road.
Have a 20 year old 4Runner. No issues. After 20 years and 180K mile I replaced the original plugs and coils and a thermostat. 4Runners are made in Japan
When I go onto any car lot, used or new, how can I find out how long a car has been sitting on the lot ? Thanks. : )
What people should remember about German autos is that they are engineered to survive all-day travel on the Autobahn. A quite different scenario than here in the US, and so their tech is more "razor's edge" in ways. You look under the hood of a Mercedes vs. a Chevrolet and some things are completely backwards, for a reason. But with that higher performance comes reliability issues because it's just complicated. If US cars were engineered to Autobahn performance levels, they'd be even junkier than they are now.
Thanks for compiling this information. The result with Tesla was initially surprising but makes sense when you consider a lot of ICE maintenance costs aren't required by an EV. This reaffirms my belief that Toyota is still the best ICE brand if you are looking for reliability and low maintenance costs. I wonder if you factor in total cost of ownership (including tires and insurance as mentioned below) whether Tesla would still be on top.
Toyota and Lexus all the way but only if it's without turbo engine. Toyota and Lexus with Hybrid no turbo is also good.
Bought a 2017 Accord Coupe V6 at lease end in December 2020 with NO Extended Warranty (so I've owned it from year 3 to now which is 6.5 years old). One repair which was a stuck brake caliper, rest normal maintenance.
I have a 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid and all I do is regular maintenance. Never had any major repairs, just brakes and a new set of tires
That's a good car. Unfortunately, the newer Lincoln SUVs are on a totally different planet.
The irony is…even if Toyota and Honda were the most expensive…you’re still coming out better buying one
IMHO, the AVERAGE consumer considers the features, looks, and payment. Do research such as track record? Nah!
I have a 2003 Buick with 160,000 miles that is wonderful to drive and runs perfectly. I keep all the fluids changed and fix anything that breaks immediately. My cost for ten years was $3.163.oo total not counting fluid changes.
Good maintenance plays a key role in durability, for sure.
If your Buick has the 3.8 engine...congrats! That's one of the best engines GM ever built. BUT...pay attention to two little plastic water pipes shaped like L's, that connect the water pump to the engine. Your car is at the age where those things decay and leak. If you're mechanically interested, they aren't too big a deal to replace and are easily sourced from any auto parts store under the Dorman or Motormite brand. The part number is 47065 for the like-factory plastic elbows, and even better, part number 47065HP for a METAL replacement that should eliminate any future problems. Plastic is never great where heat and liquid transfer is involved on an engine.
Yours truly, a 35 year parts sales guy. Enjoy your Buick!
@@k.b.tidwell Thanks for this information. I replaced the intake manifold due to leaking plastic. I had them replace the water pump as a precaution. I will check with my repair shop to see if they replaced the plastic parts you mentioned.
@@jerrypolverino6025 oops I forgot about the intake. I've sold a bunch of them too. There's a place for plastic, but I don't think the engine is it lol.
Like your videos. Can you tweak and start at year 3 or ar at least explain reason being 1st 3 are free. Start from year 4 to say 10 12 or 14
This must’ve really pissed off the land rover fanboys they keep telling you how reliable those pieces of junk are . They keep saying we do not know how to do proper maintenance on them . One guy even said they are more reliable than a Toyota
100% 🎯 Nuf said!
I had a 2017 Cadillac ATS (#8 on the list), and when it turned four years old in 2021 with only 20K miles on it, that's when the issues really started to arise. I took care of that car very well, always shelling out the extra money for the recommended services and I kept it accident free. The rear axle differential leaked grease, touch screen system completely locked up, and a problematic transmission caused excessive vibration and shuttering along with annoying squeaking while driving at lower speeds, most likely due to a bad transmission bearing. Traded it in last April and bought a 2023 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium. Obviously I haven't had it long, but I'm hoping my new ride will produce better results and quality than my former Caddy when it gets older.
Big mistake buying any car with a turbo
@@davidmann4533 Nah, the big mistake is buying any car brand new on credit unless you're keeping it for at least a decade
Thank you for the maintenance costs update. In my nearly 14 years of Honda CRV ownership, I never had to spend more than $400 annually on maintenance until year 14 where I had all 4 door actuators replaced for $1470. I can get another 10 years on the CRV easily.
You still have to replace stuff like coolant, brake fluid, battery tho and oil twice a year....
Fair to say it is more than 400 but bro. Its nothing .
Unknown to US market 2014 and up Kia Rondo EX 2.0l with automatic transmission. Just sold mine with 233 000km. Front and rear brakes replaced twice. Tires twice. Rear shocks once (recall) and once front lower control arm ball joint. Plus regular, every 10 000km oil and filter changes. Engine and cabin filters 3 times and spark plugs once. That’s all in 10 years of ownership. Total cost of repairs and maintenance no more than 3000 CAD. Must say I can’t complain about Kia I’ve owned.
We have a 1997 Volvo V70 2.5 diesel, goes very well and is not costly to look after like our 2000 Volvo V40 1.8 petrol. A friend of mine has 2012 high mileage Volvo XC60 and says it is one of the best SUV'S she has had. Another friend has a 2008 Volvo XC70 2.4 diesel and loves it. It is possible to find a good independent mechanic or one in an independent dealer who will help keep the price of the upkeep of old Volvos down considerably, so shop around and you'll find someone good and nicely priced
We have suzuki, Honda and Mitsubishi vehicles. Great value and reliability. Toyota is next on the list.
Thanks for the info. I was looking at a Audi A3 to replace my beat up 2006 Civic ex. As you can see I am a long term buyer. I was also looking at a Prius.
Wow, great job unreliable car brands GET OUT! CHRYSLER!
My 6 year old Toyota Yaris needed $1000 in total repairs so far...and i find that high lol.
If that was for timing components then that's normal among ALL vehicles with timing belt maintenance requirements. My Tacoma had to have that service at 100,000 miles, which is absolutely normal, even though I've had to do no other repairs to it.
I love my Honda HRV EX 6 speed manual (2017 model year). So far it is way below the stated average cost. I did have to pay $750 to replace the passenger side mirror when I backed up into a fence - but that was my fault and not Honda. I got it in November 2016 and estimate that I have put in about $1200 with oil changes and recommended maintenance. I did buy the Oil Change package from the dealer (that $1200 figure includes that amount). The next expense will most likely be to repaint the roof which has pealing paint due to hail damage (again, not Honda's fault).
Subscribed and liked for the real hero 🙌 👏
Thank you!
Buying new cars negatively affects your lifestyle. I've learned a few things, and I'm passing them on. Buy used cars. One owner. Six to ten years old. Eighty to one hundred twenty thousand miles. Toyotas, Hondas, or anything Japanese really except Nissan.
Own 12 Sonic. 1.8L with 150,000 miles plus paid total 20,803$ in repairs and oil changes. Still goes. Don't need high end car for the costs. Depends on your love for the vehicle!
That's what I call integrity 👏
I've had 42 cars so far, Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Subaru, VW, Audi, a couple Saabs and a few domestics. Over the millions of miles on these mostly used cars, I've only had 4 cars of those that I gave up on (I do my own work). A Chevy Astro, A Honda Accord, Saab 9000 turbo and a Toyota Celica, none of them in the last 30 years. Rest have been fine, including my 12 VW/Audis. No regrets. I don't even know how people can afford to pay somebody to fix their cars. I got a quote of $150 today just to pull my car (2000 Lexus LS400) into the shop before they do anything.
bought a used G37 in 2020 (made in Japan was a huge factor in my purchasing decision), it's reliable but I'll never buy another one- the dealer prices for just regular maintenance crap (brakes/oil) are utterly ridiculous. I want to scream in their face everytime I visit " it's a goddamned datsun", calm down with your pricing.
I wonder if the batery replacement cost is considered in the Tesla maintenance cost. As for the others, the report is quite logical.
My Toyotas show love to😍😍😍 my wallet...
Wow that was shady for them to try and silence you
I subbed just because bad car brands attacked you for your videos. That said, I can't in any way believe the Tesla data. Did they even consider the crazy battery pack replacement prices?
It's sad to see the repair cost problem with Volvo, since their older cars (240 series, et al) were SUPER reliable and live very long lives. I admire the safety reputation of the old ones, but the new ones really disappoint me. But looking at all of these vehicles proves something most people suppose...more technology means a lot of wasted money on repairs. Give me a basic car!
All good with the Tesla till you drop $15k when the battery goes 7-10 years in
Well done. Great content even for me here in Australia.
I enjoyed this alot.
Thank you!
I was surprised not to see Maserati or Fiat on the list.
I would add Mazda and Nissan.
Why?
Nissan? NO!
Video suggestion: do cars with the worst crash test scores
I can do that 👍
Smart people live in a cheaper country. In Thailand, my Mazda 2 is serviced at the main dealer every 6 months coz its a turbo diesel. Total costs over 8 years (I have every single receipt) is $1857.