What Are the Top 20 Longest Lasting Cars?

Which brand of cars lasts the longest?

Toyota led the brand results, with an estimated 17.0% chance of reaching 250,000 miles, followed by Honda at 13.6%. The overall light-duty vehicle average was 8.6%, according to the iSeeCars study republished by WJBF.

That brand result describes a group, not a promise about any one vehicle. A well-kept Honda with a clear service history can be a stronger buy than a neglected Toyota with the same odometer reading. Durability rankings help narrow the search; the specific car’s maintenance and condition determine whether that reputation applies.

Purchase price is only one part of the cost. Consumer Reports’ 2025 ownership-cost comparison found substantial differences in maintenance and repair expenses between brands. Buick had the lowest 10-year costs, closely followed by Lincoln; each was reported at one quarter of Land Rover’s. Those figures are brand-level comparisons, not a prediction for every car or a direct ranking of the models below. Older cars also tend to bring higher repair and maintenance bills, so a lower sale price can be offset by work that comes due.

What are the 10 most reliable cars?

“Most reliable” depends on the measure: Consumer Reports’ reliability assessment tracks reported problems, while the longevity list estimates the chance of reaching 250,000 miles. For this question, the first 10 models in the iSeeCars high-mileage ranking offer a concrete answer, but they should not be mistaken for Consumer Reports’ separate reliability list.

iSeeCars analyzed more than 402 million vehicles in its 2024 study. Its top 10 models by estimated chance of reaching 250,000 miles are:

Consumer Reports uses a different lens. Its 2026 reliability assessment draws on owner reports about approximately 380,000 vehicles, covering 20 problem areas and weighing severity to produce predicted scores from 1 to 100. It requires at least two model years of survey data. A model’s score can change after a redesign or running improvements, and it does not say how many vehicles reached 250,000 miles.

Choose the measure that fits the decision. Reliability surveys help compare reported problems; high-mileage survival estimates help compare the likelihood of reaching a distance threshold. Neither replaces a close look at the car you might buy.

What cars are most likely to hit 250,000 miles?

The models at the top of the iSeeCars ranking are most likely to hit 250,000 miles within this study: the Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, followed by the 4Runner and Tacoma. The study estimates probability from average odometer readings at different vehicle ages using a proprietary model. Its result measures observed-model survival odds, not a guaranteed lifespan or maximum possible mileage.

Here are ranks 11 through 20:

Vehicle type and ownership costs matter as much as rank. A truck or large SUV may fit work or family needs, but routine upkeep and repairs must fit the household budget. The ranking does not compare fuel use, insurance, purchase prices, or individual repair bills, so it cannot name the cheapest vehicle to own. Consumer Reports notes that costs differ substantially by brand and rise as cars age; compare the specific model’s likely repair needs against its price and condition.

What to check on a high-mileage used car

Ask for maintenance records showing regular oil, filter, and brake service, and confirm whether major scheduled work is complete. Consumer Reports identifies spark plugs, timing belts, water pumps, and coolant hoses as examples of costly work around 100,000 miles; automatic transmissions can show wear, and manual cars may need a clutch.

Get a vehicle history report for reported crashes, odometer concerns, and service entries, then compare it with the seller’s records. Reports can omit details. Have a trusted mechanic inspect the car on a lift, including the underside, frame, steering, brakes, suspension, and corrosion. Surface rust differs from bubbling paint, rust holes, or damage to structural and safety-related parts.

What car will last 500,000 miles?

No ranking in the provided research establishes a car that will last 500,000 miles. The iSeeCars study measures the estimated chance of reaching 250,000 miles, and even its highest-ranked model—the Toyota Tundra at 36.6%—does not offer a guarantee at that threshold, let alone at twice the mileage.

The study’s separate truck analysis estimated a 42.6% chance for the Ram 3500 to reach 250,000 miles. That is also a probability estimate, not evidence that a particular truck will reach 500,000. Treat half a million miles as an exceptional outcome, not a buying specification supported by these rankings.

The practical route toward very high mileage is steady upkeep and early attention to wear. Follow the maintenance schedule, keep records, and address problems before they cause related damage. Climate adds another burden: an NHTSA bulletin for certain 2014–2017 Kia Forte and Forte Koup vehicles in 28 road-salt states explains that salt can collect underneath and accelerate rust on fuel lines, frames, floor pans, and exhaust systems. Its cited owner-manual guidance calls for flushing the underbody and wheel openings monthly, after off-road driving, and at winter’s end; clogged drain holes can trap water.

Maintenance preserves a vehicle only when its structure remains sound and repairs remain manageable. A model’s ranking starts the search. A clean underside, credible records, and a careful inspection decide whether the individual car deserves the next miles.