Most Reliable Used Cars

The most reliable used cars across every body style and price point, ranked by CarScorer’s public reliability score — NHTSA recall and complaint history plus documented model-specific issues.

Ranked by CarScorer’s public reliability score — a model-level estimate from brand reliability, NHTSA recalls and complaints, and curated known issues. It is not a per-listing deal score; score a specific VIN for a full breakdown.

1
2022 Mazda CX-57.9 · Recommended
Latest pre-redesign model — well-sorted and reliable with strong safety ratings.
$23,000–$30,0000 recalls62 complaints
2
2021 Mazda 37.9 · Recommended
AWD option now available on some trims — excellent all-weather capability added.
$17,000–$23,0000 recalls
3
2021 Subaru Forester7.5 · Recommended
Solid reliability record continues — one of the best AWD buys in this segment.
$20,000–$27,0000 recalls207 complaints
4
2020 Kia Optima6.8 · Solid choice
Last Optima — K5 follows for 2021; this model is mature and priced well used.
$12,000–$17,0000 recalls136 complaints
5
2021 Toyota 4Runner6.6 · Solid choice
Heritage and reliability make 4Runner a premium used buy — inspect for cosmetic wear.
$37,000–$48,0001 recall34 complaints
6
2021 Chevrolet Silverado6.4 · Solid choice
Strong dealer network and parts availability nationwide — excellent long-term support.
$30,000–$43,0000 recalls
7
2022 Toyota RAV46.2 · Solid choice
Near-new reliability data — warranty coverage still active on many examples.
$26,000–$34,0001 recall132 complaints
8
2021 Toyota Camry6.2 · Solid choice
Near-perfect reliability data — among the best used sedans at any price point.
$19,000–$26,0001 recall153 complaints
9
2021 Toyota Corolla6.2 · Solid choice
Standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 — class-leading active safety on a rock-solid platform.
$17,000–$22,0001 recall182 complaints
10
2020 Nissan Rogue6.2 · Solid choice
Final year of second gen — familiar CVT concerns; inspect carefully above 80k miles.
$14,000–$20,0001 recall147 complaints
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2022 Honda CR-V6.2 · Solid choice
Redesigned for 2023, but 2022 outgoing model is well-debugged and priced fairly.
$25,000–$33,0003 recalls234 complaints
12
2021 Hyundai Tucson5.9 · Do your homework
Fourth-gen redesign — bold styling and improved powertrains; verify for early launch bugs.
$18,000–$25,0001 recall72 complaints

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