Cars That Cost the Least to Maintain in the Long Run
CR's exclusive data can help you save
We’ve crunched the numbers to present you with the cars recommended by Consumer Reports that have the lowest routine maintenance and repair costs. (There are many that are cheaper to maintain, but they’re not recommended.) These numbers are based on 10 years of CR’s data for each model, so autos that were introduced more recently than 10 years ago are not included.
We also show the average repair and maintenance expenses for each car type to give you an idea of how much money you can save.
Learn more about car brands and models that can save you money over time, and check CR’s Car Repair Assistant so you get the work done right. And take our quick poll, below, on how many miles you keep a car before you’d consider buying a new one.
Electric Cars
Compact Cars
Midsized Cars
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Editor’s Note: This article also appeared in the May/June 2023 issue of Consumer Reports magazine.
