It is important for buyers and car owners to know how reliable it is. iron Horse, it `s naturally. The car should bring joy and return, and not headache and expenses. It is for this reason that there are so many different kinds of ratings that examine the behavior of new, used and heavily used cars. The magazine recently shared its list, clearly demonstrating a list of the most reliable and unreliable cars. You can check out this list below:

The rating was based on a study of more than half a million Vehicle, covering over 300 models from 2000 to 2017. Standard study design for CS. The winners for the year in a row were the Japanese,.

German rating TUV "Soyuz technical control and Supervision” is different from its counterpart from another continent. The study was compiled based on the information received on technical inspections of 9 million cars for the annual period from July 2015 to July 2016. That is, the Germans do not rank the brand as a whole, but reflect the situation with each model separately in more detail.

An important factor is the thoroughness with which they approach the task. The study takes into account a lot of factors, including the appearance of corrosion, breakage power units, reliability of electrical wiring and electrical equipment and many other factors.

Leading in each category are:

2 to 3 years

Mercedes-Benz GLK

4 to 5 years

Mercedes SLK

6 to 7 years old

Mazda 3

Porsche 911

8 to 9 years old

Porsche 911

They count chickens in the fall, the Germans know about it, so from year to year they publish autumn car reliability ratings. One of the most respected in the world and perhaps the most famous expert in Germany conducted a study of cars in 2017 and ranked the most reliable cars this year.

The rating includes used cars aged 2 to 11 years technical inspection from July 2016 to June 2017. How many cars do you think were analyzed by TUV specialists? You'll never guess, but 10 million cars! The results of 10 million technical inspections have been carefully analyzed, and with them the rating has been supplemented by the data of 225 models of a particular year of manufacture. Thus, experts manage to rank not brands in general, but reflect in more detail the situation with each model separately.

Let's name the leaders and outsiders for each of the five categories presented.

2 to 3 years

Among machines of age 2 to 3 years became the most reliable Mercedes-Benz SLK. Suddenly sports roadster proved to be the most enduring among new cars, problems were found in only 2% of sports cars.

It turned out to be the most unreliable. In 12.5% ​​of cases, these crossovers still encountered problems.

4 to 5 years

Reliable model among cars 4-5 years again turned out to be , B-Class. Problems were identified in 3.9% of cases.

The car you shouldn't rely on is the Peugeot 206.

6 to 7 years old

Year after year, it turns out to be among the most reliable brands among new or not so old cars. But what happens if you wait 7 years? Will the sports car fall apart? Not! And this has been proven by the Porsche 911 (series 997). Malfunctions were detected in 6.5% of cases.

For comparison, showed Chevrolet Aveo- 29.3%

Every vehicle needs from time to time. It applies scheduled replacement parts and unscheduled repair of breakdowns - including those resulting from an accident. At the same time, the resistance to failures of each car is different, which means that certain models can go longer without repair. Besides, reliable machines generally able to serve the driver for a longer amount of time, as they withstand numerous repairs. The more the car is resistant to breakdowns, the more profitable its operation is. Given that cars are purchased for more than one year, we can talk about hundreds of thousands of rubles. That is why it is important to choose a model that will retain its performance as much as possible after 5-10 years of use.

Thus, the vehicle reliability parameter includes the following qualities:

• Reliability during operation. From this property of the machine depends on how long it remains operational without needing major repairs.
• Life time. How long can the car serve the owner. It is considered that the vehicle receives the timely necessary maintenance.
• Maintainability. The property is responsible for the possibility of repairing the car after the next breakdown - minor or serious.
• Working capacity. The parameter determines the conformity of the actual period of use of the car specified by the manufacturer.

How is the reliability of a car determined?

Analytical agencies (both independent and representing various brands) rank vehicles according to various parameters- Reliability is one of them. TOPs created for a particular category of vehicles, their year of production, properties or market make it easier for drivers who choose a car to buy. So, with a mileage of 5 to 10 years, includes cars that are best suited for long and profitable operation. They can be repeatedly repaired, which will allow the owner not to think about buying for as long as possible. new car. In addition, as a rule, the most reliable vehicles are not so sensitive to fuel and units. Low quality This makes them very economical.

• The availability of a particular car for purchase in the modern market;
• Date of manufacture of the car - in this case, those that were released between 2005 and 2010 are taken into account;
• The number of planned and unscheduled breakdowns that the average driver encounters during its operation - this data, as a rule, comes from service services;
• Testimony of the owners of a particular car, which is needed in order to compile an overall picture of operation;
• The results obtained from a theoretical comparison of the machine with competitors in terms of reliability and durability;
• Results of the study in practice - most agencies conduct an independent test drive and inspection to identify weak spots machines.

The position that a particular car occupies in the reliability rating relative to others depends on a combination of several properties. When comparing, to compile the TOP, information is used on the reliability of the machine components, on which its operation depends:

1. Chassis. From the reliability of the fuel and brake system, transmission and suspension depends on the service life of the machine. These elements are subjected to serious stress and wear, so they are subject to special requirements. A failure of the undercarriage assembly can indirectly harm all road users. It also takes into account the ability of the car to work with components (including fuel) of not the best quality.
2. Body. For durable, and most importantly - safe operation the frame of the machine must be strong and resistant to mechanical stress and corrosion. Reliable body easier to recover. This also applies to all its components, such as glass, plastic inserts and moving parts.
3. Items requiring replacement of consumables. Depending on the reliability and build quality, the units of a particular machine need to be replaced at different intervals. More reliable models also able to work with spare parts of poor quality.
4. Interior. The durability and stability of the interior coating, functionality and its control system also affects general level reliability. Special requirements are placed on safety devices.

After the results of surveys, comparisons and tests, as well as statistics from car services are collected, the calculation of the results begins. The coefficient calculated during the analysis determines the overall reliability of the machine in operation. The position of the car in the absolute rating among models aged 5 to 10 years depends on it.

Statistics show that during this period of use, vehicles most often encounter problems:

• Body. Due to long exposure weather conditions, dirt and moisture on the surface of the car, corrosion appears and comes off paintwork. Frame defects appear, which are reflected in general condition cars.
• Management. Cars of the last decade are equipped with many electronic and mechanical features. The driver often encounters breakdowns, even if the nodes are quite reliable - this is due to their number.
• Salon. 5-10 years after the purchase of the car, the interior coating begins to deteriorate, including the seats and controls.
• Electronics. Lots of modern systems, many of which are experimental, add up to a large number of bugs.

Rating of the ten most reliable cars aged 5 to 10 years

TOP 2015 includes cars that were produced from 2005 to 2010. The position in the ranking of cars was based on the reliability of the totality of all systems on which operation depends. Choosing among these models, the driver will be able to purchase the most durable and.

In tenth place in the ranking of the most reliable cars with mileage from 5 to 10 years is the Japanese crossover, which has been produced since 1997. This car is the only one in the top that does not belong to Toyota or Honda. One way or another, they are all released Japanese companies, which confirms the theory about the durability and reliability of these machines (despite the fact that brands from all over the world participated in the comparison). According to some analytical agencies, Forester is the best crossover 2015. Car enthusiasts appreciate it for high level security, spacious interior and reasonable cost. The modern version of the car was released in 2015 and is equipped with a turbocharged diesel or gasoline engine, and also has modern functionality.

In ninth place in the ranking is also a Japanese crossover. It has been produced since 2002. Some experts also consider this car to be one of the best in its class. The owners note that the crossover has comfortable seats - even an adult is comfortably accommodated in the third row. Also positive reviews has a Pilot control system. The car moves smoothly and quickly responds to the actions of the driver. Modern version Japanese crossover has a 3.5 liter Gas engine capacity 250 Horse power, elegant design, climate control, multimedia system and other electronic functions.

Eighth place - executive full-size sedan, which has been produced since 1995. It is based on the Toyota Camry and was originally equipped with a 192 horsepower engine, but after the number increased to 200 and appeared anti-lock system. Avalon differs from the Camry primarily in its elongated body and appearance. As new generations were released, the car also received a unique interior design and other chassis settings. Modern versions are equipped with a 3.5-liter engine with a capacity of 272 horsepower, five-speed gearbox transmissions and electronic "stuffing", including built-in and portable computers. Avalon has one of best performance reliability in its segment.

Seventh place is occupied by another japanese car- business class sedan, which has been produced since 1982. Camry is classic car Toyota has a large number of generations and models based on its wheelbase. The reason for the demand for a car is its excellent reliability, functionality and comfort, as well as reasonable cost. The seats are spacious and comfortable, and the ride is quiet and smooth. Modern trim levels of Toyota Camry have a luxurious and safe salon with many functions and unfailing reliability for the line.

In sixth place in the ranking of the most reliable cars aged 5 to 10 years is the Japanese minivan. The production of this vehicle began in 1997. Sienna is one of best cars in the class in terms of reliability, practicality and convenience - only the Honda Odyssey bypasses it. However, the durability and reliability of this machine allows it to take high place in the world rankings. At the same time, the Sienna is not a boring model - its modern version is equipped with a computer with a monitor, anti-lock braking and stabilization systems. The interior of the minivan is equipped with full power accessories, 6 airbags and power steering.

Fifth place in the reliability rating is occupied by another. The Odyssey marginally beats the Toyota Sienna in practicality and durability. The car has been produced since 1995 - it is designed from scratch and has unique body and undercarriage. At the same time, some developments were borrowed from the Honda Accord. The minivan comes in all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive versions and is equipped only with automatic boxes gears. Together with a sports suspension, the model has excellent road potential - cross-country ability, speed and smoothness. The cabin has 3 rows of seats that can accommodate 7 people. This minivan is the most reliable model in its class and is recommended for use in big family due to economy.

On the fourth position of the rating is an SUV. Toyota has been producing the model since 2000. The Jeep is based on the Camry wheelbase and is one of the top three reliable models in class. The most modern generation of Highlander was introduced in 2015 - the third in a row. The SUV has changed in appearance and has become larger. The updated salon can accommodate up to 8 people, which became possible due to the expansion of space. The SUV is equipped with a computer with touch screen, multimedia system, climate and cruise control, and other modern equipment.

Third place in the reliability rating - compact japanese SUV. The car is a competitor Honda CR-V and has been produced since 1994. Both cars have comfortable front and spacious rear seats, as well as excellent equipment in basic configuration. First Toyota generation RAV4 had front or four-wheel drive and was equipped with a manual transmission or automatic transmission to choose from. The current version was released in 2012. The fourth generation can be equipped with a turbocharged diesel engine, and also has a media system, rear view camera and 8 airbags. The crossover is in demand because of its reliability and configuration.

In second place among the most reliable cars with mileage from 5 to 10 years is the Japanese hybrid hatchback. The car has been mass-produced since 1997, surprising all lovers of ecology and efficiency and developing progress in the niche of electric vehicles. Starting from the first generation, the Prius is equipped with wide functionality and has attractive design. Although the machine uses modern technology, a high level of reliability allows her to safely take second place in the world.

Japanese compact SUV, which ranks first in the reliability rating of cars aged 5–10 years. The crossover is also best in class according to many experts. The model has been produced since 1995 and is positioned as an SUV for active rest. The modern version of the crossover is equipped with engines of 2 and 2.4 liters with a capacity of 150 and 190 horsepower, respectively. The body has excellent aerodynamics, and spacious salon - modern equipment. The car competes with several SUVs in the market, including internally, but has best level reliability in the long term.

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The German vehicle inspection organization TUV publishes annual inspection statistics for used cars in Germany. TUV's rating of the most reliable used cars is considered one of the most authoritative in the world. This TOP helps car enthusiasts in choosing a used car in terms of technical reliability.

It should be noted that, according to experts, cars are becoming less and less reliable. If in the TUV 2012 rating the average percentage of breakdowns was 19.7%, then according to the TUV 2019 rating, this figure increased to 21.2%. That is, every fifth used car, even in Germany, has significant technical shortcomings. What can we say about those that are sold on secondary market in Russia.

We present the rating of the most reliable used cars, compiled according to the results of the TUV 2019 report. It is traditionally divided into age groups. Separately, the reliability of cars aged 2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 and 10-11 years old is compared.

Cars aged 2-3 years

In the age category from 2 to 3 years, the first line of the rating was taken by the Porsche 911 (2.5% of breakdowns). This model proved to be the most reliable. However, it should be noted that in this Porsche The 911 generally performed very well, which is not surprising, and was recognized as the most reliable in many age categories.

Slightly lost to the leader Mercedes B class(2.6%) and Mercedes GLK(2.6), which took the second and third positions in the ranking of cars 2-3 years old, respectively. Outsiders were Dacia Logan (14.6%), Fiat Punto (12.1%), Kia Sportage and Ford Ka (both - 11.7% each).

10 most reliable used cars aged 2 - 3 years

No. Car model	% breakdowns	thousand km
2 Mercedes B class
6 Mercedes E class Coupe
8 Mercedes C class
9 Mercedes A class

Cars aged 4-5 years

Among cars aged 4 to 5 years, the Porsche 911 was once again recognized as the most reliable with a breakdown rate of 3.6%. It was followed by Mercedes B-class (4.9%) and Audi Q5 (5.0%).

10 most reliable used cars aged 4 - 5 years

No. Car model	% breakdowns	thousand km
2 Mercedes B class
4 Renault Captur
10 Mercedes A Class

Cars aged 6-7 years

The leader in the group from 6 to 7 years old was, as you probably guessed, the same Porsche 911 (6% of breakdowns). Mercedes SLK (7%) and Audi TT (7.7%) performed a little worse.

More often than others, Dacia Logan (30.9%) broke down, Renault Kangoo(29.8%) and Peugeot 206 (28.7%).

10 Most Reliable Used Cars Ages 6-7

No. Car model	% breakdowns	thousand km
6Mitsubishi ASX
9 Mercedes E-Class Cpe.
10 Mini Countryman

Cars aged 8-9 years

In the category from 8 to 9 years, the Porsche 911 (8.3%) was again named the most reliable car in the TUV 2019 report. The second position was held by the BMW X1 (11.9), and the Audi TT rounded out the top three with 12.2%.

10 most reliable used cars aged 8 - 9

No. Car model	% breakdowns	thousand km
4 Toyota Avensis
7 Mercedes E-Class Cpe.

Cars aged 10-11 years

Among the cars in the age group from 10 to 11 years old, the Porsche 911 again became the most reliable (11.7% of breakdowns). A little more often I had to turn to auto repair shops for help Mazda owners 2 (15.7%) and Audi TT (16.8%).

Dacia Logan had the most breakdowns (40.6%), Renault Megane(38.3%) and Chevrolet Matiz (38%).

10 most reliable used cars aged 10 - 11

No. Car model	% breakdowns	thousand km
7 Toyota Corolla Verso
10 Mercedes A Class

The truth lies not in the beautiful appearance exhibited at the dealer's showroom for sale, but in how this car will come to the technical center or to the same garage for repair during its operation. The less your car breaks down, the more reliable the car you own will be. How to identify and choose for yourself the most reliable and best cars in our time on automotive market? Of course, there are various ones with which you can find out about high-quality or not very good ones. reliable cars. You can also read about the long-term test drives carried out by the most popular cars, which are held and about which many world auto publications write today. Traditionally, and as usual, the best road tests are carried out in Germany. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the report, which will help many of you find out which cars are the most on the world car market today.

Surely many will have a question: - How was such testing carried out? The test was carried out by German specialists, where engineers tested the most popular cars in Europe for a long time in various conditions both in the city and out of town. It should be noted right away that all the machines were operated in the same mode in which they are used around the world. All test cars from scratch drove more than 100 thousand kilometers. Intense test tests in the daily life of cars and their high mileage, this is one type of test for all modern cars, which shows the endurance of a car.

But specialists from Germany went even further. After the cars have passed long test they fully understood. This was done so that engineers and auto mechanics could inspect every part of the car for corrosion and damage. It is noteworthy that even the liners of the engine itself were inspected and carefully checked, this was done with the help of an endoscope to identify and detect defects in machine components hidden from view.

According to the results, German engineers and auto experts compiled the final reliability rating of these cars, described everything in detail, namely, the most frequent breakdowns that occurred or happened on the roads after high mileage with the tested machines, and all this in detail and for each tested machine separately.

The best modern cars in terms of quality

After 100 thousand kilometers traveled, you can more accurately find out how much this or that car is better than its competitor, both in terms of reliability and quality. Which cars are better than others in assembly and. We invite you to learn about the detailed results of the research carried out by our colleagues from Germany.

17) Subaru XV 2.0D

Is 100 thousand km for a car a lot, or is it still not enough? Experts initially thought that for a run of 100 thousand kilometers it would be a mere formality, but alas, in reality, everything turned out quite differently. Experts are faced with a bunch of problems. First, they encountered a broken clutch, and then they found corrosion on the suspension elements.

In particular, we would like to point out that driver's seat in a car, even with low mileage, it begins to crack. Also, low-quality plastic is installed in the car, which, after a short period of time the car is used, just starts to crack.

After disassembling the car after 100 thousand kilometers, the experts came to the conclusion that the resource of the car is rapidly starting to decline closer to 80 thousand kilometers. That is why, after a hundred thousand kilometers, multiple defects in many components of the machine clearly begin to come to light.

Revealed - 44 defects .

16) Audi Q3 2.0 TDI Quattro

At 27.077 thousand km in overdrive mode, it caught fire several times (overdrive in).

The cause of the malfunction is a defect in the lambda probe. At a run of 51 thousand 935 km, a defect in the exhaust gas recirculation cooler was detected. Also on this run, in the car it was necessary to replace the ignition unit for xenon bulbs.

Revealed - 42 defects .

15) Chevrolet Orlando LT+2.0TD

Yes, this model is really very practical for everyday life. has, seven seats, good appearance, as well as several engine options. But gasoline engine the car consumes not so much, and therefore, the experts preferred for their testing diesel modification car.

During the operation of the car, specialists identified and noted that the air conditioner installed in the car does not sufficiently cool the interior of the car, and the stove itself cannot fully provide the driver and his passengers with heat in the cold season. After the car passed 50 thousand km, it began to have more serious problems.

So, for 51 thousand 216 km drive shaft tore the bushing. At the 71st thousand km, the trunk broke down, which could no longer be opened due to a flying relay.

After a complete disassembly of the car into parts, the experts found out that after a run of 100 thousand km, the automatic six speed box gears.

Revealed - 35 defects .

14) FordGrand C-Max 2.0 TDCi Titanium

Ford knows how to produce practical and reliable cars that are well thought out and designed. Unfortunately, the model does not differ in the quality and reliability of all elements of the car. First of all, this concerns not very reliable electronics.

In addition, after conducting long-term testing when disassembling the machine into its parts, experts discovered corrosion of the engine block, and rust also damaged the connector itself, through which a pulse is applied to.

Revealed - 30 defects .

13) Volkswagen Up 1.0

At the very beginning of the operation of the car, problems were identified with the tightness of the car interior, where.

The air conditioner also reminded of itself at the 75th thousand kilometers, when the compressor completely failed, which could not be repaired. It should be noted that since October 2014, many shortcomings and low-quality elements in the car have been completely eliminated.

Revealed - 22 defects .

12) Opel Meriva 1.7 CDTI

The only flaw in the car during the test was the passenger door handle, from which the paintwork peeled off.

Revealed - 11 defects .

4) Mercedes-Benz 180 BE

The endurance test proved that the company still knows how to make good quality and reliable cars.

Even at the final stage of the inspection by the engineers, it turned out that this machine with a mileage of 100 thousand km, it has practically no serious defects requiring urgent repair.

Revealed - 8 defects .

3) Mazda CX-5 Skyactiv D AWD

No matter how the experts tried to break the car of the brand during a long test, none of this worked out for them. Even inattentive scheduled maintenance The car did not result in any damage.

For the entire time of the tests passed in the car, only the engine oil and pads were changed, and also updated software.

This car surprised the experts, since initially they assumed that this car would not even enter the top ten. But to their surprise, the Japanese auto company jumped above its head, released a surprisingly high-quality and reliable SUV.

Revealed - 8 defects .

2) Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost

Even small car withstood this long run, and quite up to the mark. The engine worked stably and never let the experts down.

After the release of the restyling of the Ford Focus car, the navigation buttons and the infotainment system of the car became much larger. As a result, it became much more comfortable to use the functions of the car. Also, this car Ford got rid of the insanely small display screen. Unfortunately during the test, the test passed previous model car, in which the experts had to suffer in order to press the microscopic buttons on the screen.

At the 22nd thousand km, the specialists had to update the software, as the computer, for reasons unknown to us, began to give an error. Toward the end of testing, the gas tank cap was also replaced.

Revealed - 8 defects .

1) Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDI

The car for all the time of testing did not cause any problems to specialists. Only at the very end of the tests, the engineers encountered a small defect.

When withdrawing rear axle tiny traces of rust were found, and that's it.

The interior of the cabin after a run of 100 thousand km looks just perfect. The center console, the car seats are all leather upholstery, and look almost like brand new parts of the car.

Revealed - 6 defects .