5 Car Brands With the Most Reliable Engines
While tires are essential for a vehicle’s safety and performance, the engine remains the heart of the car. A reliable engine is critical for a vehicle’s longevity and can save owners from inconvenient and expensive repairs. In today’s market, with people keeping their cars longer, the dependability of a car’s engine is more important than ever.
Here are five car brands known for their engine reliability:
Ford
Ford has a long history in engine development. The company has a reputation for building advanced, efficient, high-performing engines that last for years. Ford’s engines are synonymous with performance, reliability, and longevity, often exceeding owners’ mileage expectations. Though Ford is making way for new engine technology for internal combustion vehicles, hybrids, and electric production, the 5.0 Coyote V8 and 3.5 V6 EcoBoost engines are leading the way for current models.
Chevrolet
Chevrolet, as part of General Motors, has built countless engines over the years. Chevrolet is known for its reliable and powerful engines that hold up well even after many miles. While Chevy’s diesel motors are tough to beat, its V8s are iconic. The LS engine has gone through three generation changes since 1997 and has proven to be easy to maintain and trouble-free throughout its lifespan. The new Gen V engines are moving Chevrolet up J.D. Power’s dependability rankings yearly.
Lexus
Lexus consistently scores high in reliability studies. According to J.D. Power’s 2023 Vehicle Dependability Study, Lexus topped the list and the RX model was named the most dependable vehicle on the market. Dependability has quickly become Lexus’ hallmark.
Honda
Honda has built a reputation for engines that can accumulate high mileage with only routine maintenance. Many Honda models are known to outlast owners’ expectations. Whether a Honda carries a K-Series engine (Honda Civic SI, Element, CR-V), a J35 (Honda Pilot, Acura MDX, Honda Accord, Honda Odyssey), or an H22A (Preludes and Accord SiR Sedans and Wagons), you’re assured of top-of-the-line reliability and endurance.
Toyota
Toyota is a best-selling and reliable brand known for continuously producing great engines. Over the years, Toyota has introduced resilient engines that have regularly given owners hundreds of thousands of miles of driving enjoyment. The 3.5-liter V6 2GR engine has driven many of the brand’s most popular models (Tacoma, Camry, Highlander, and Avalon; Lexus ES, GS, IS, and RX). Other notable engines include the 1JZ and 2JZ engines and the UZ family which powers many of Toyota’s luxury sedans, minibuses, pickup trucks (e.g., Tundra), and off-road SUVs (e.g., Land Cruiser, Sequoia, and Lexus LX/GX).
