Choosing the right SUV is about more than just style, performance, or fuel economy; it's about investing wisely to minimize the financial drain of repairs. At MotorTrend, we assess various facets of car ownership, from acceleration and braking times to the real-world range of EVs. With a new car, even one that joins our fleet for a year, long-term dependabilty remains an aspect of vehicle ownership that's impossible to deduce.
In recommending the most reliable SUVs, we turn to the J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study, which measures dependability as problems per 100 vehicles after three years of ownership. Additionally, this list integrates insight into the overall value of these vehicles related to five-year ownership costs, courtesy of our colleagues at IntelliChoice. Without further ado, these are the most reliable SUVs from mainstream brands.