Cars

Guide to Car Reliability & Owner Satisfaction

Consumer Reports’ survey-based car reliability and owner satisfaction ratings and insights empower shoppers to make informed purchasing decisions. Many highlights are presented here, with specific details available on the car model pages.
Updated December 20, 2024

Who Makes the Most Reliable New Cars?

Who Makes the Most Reliable New Cars?

Subaru, Lexus, and Toyota lead our reliability ratings, with GMC, Cadillac, and Rivian ranked last. Plus, analysis of new hybrids, EVs, and PHEVs.

Which Brands Make the Best Cars?

Which Brands Make the Best Cars?

Which Brands Make the Best Used Cars?

Which Brands Make the Best Used Cars?

Which Brands Make the Best Cars?

Which Brands Make the Best Cars?

Which Brands Make the Best Used Cars?

Which Brands Make the Best Used Cars?

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Owner Satisfaction

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These exclusive ratings are based on Consumer Reports’ owner satisfaction surveys.

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New Cars on the Horizon

Safest New Cars of 2024, According to the IIHS