#6 Most Reliable Car Brand: Porsche
Although best known for creating exhilarating driving experiences, Porsche also knows how to produce dependable cars and SUVs. Beyond their thrilling first impressions, every Porsche model showcases excellent engineering and build quality, contributing factors to the automaker’s 175 PP100 score from J.D. Power. The iconic 911 is Porsche’s best-known vehicle, but the 718 Boxster received the study’s top honor as the most dependable car this year. Other Porsche models include the Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera and Taycan sedans, all of which are integrating electrification to increasing degrees. Even though they don’t have conventionally sporty form factors, those models nevertheless embody Porsche’s legendary athleticism and quality.
#6 Most Reliable Car Brand: Porsche
- Least expensive: Porsche Macan
- MotorTrend Performance Vehicle of the Year Winner: Porsche 911 GT3 (2022)
- Most powerful: Porsche Taycan
#5 Most Reliable Car Brand: Mini
Mini makes cars that make drivers smile—not only because those vehicles are so fun and cute, but because they’re dependable, too. A 174 PP100 J.D. Power score puts Mini well above the industry average for reliability. Best known for its classic Cooper Hardtop hatchback, the Mini lineup also encompasses the cheery Cooper Convertible and larger Countryman crossover. Mini’s all-electric models seem ideal for zipping through dense urban environments, even if short driving range limits road trip capability. We hope the updated all-electric Mini will feature more range. More than mainstream but less than luxury, Mini’s demonstrated dependability supports its premium positioning.
#5 Most Reliable Car Brand: Mini
- Most efficient: Mini Cooper EV
- Super spacious: Mini Countryman
- Least expensive: Mini Cooper Hardtop
#4 Most Reliable Car Brand: Chevrolet
Chevrolet’s lineup encompasses vehicles for just about every type of driver and enjoys a strong 174 PP100 score in J.D. Power’s dependability study. The Bow Tie brand produces a wide range of crossovers, from the tiny Trax to the super-size Suburban, with models like the Traverse, Equinox, and Blazer in between. Cheverolet’s Colorado and Silverado pickup trucks are renowned for their capability. The Camaro is an iconic muscle car, but the Car of the Year-winning Chevrolet Corvette delivers exotic thrills, and earned special mention by J.D. Power for dependability in its segment. It’ll be interesting to see how Chevrolet’s electric vehicles fare with dependability in a few years—models like the Bolt EV and Blazer EV have had their share of issues.
#4 Most Reliable Car Brand: Chevrolet
- MotorTrend SUV of the Year Winner: Chevrolet Blazer EV (2024)
- Least expensive: Chevrolet Trax
- Most fun: Chevrolet Corvette Z06
#3 Most Reliable Car Brand: Buick
As a premium counterpart to Chevrolet in General Motors’ portfolio, Buick could perhaps be expected to produce high-quality vehicles—and according to J.D. Power’s dependability score of just 149 PP100, it does indeed. Although bygone Buick models like the sleek Regal fastback and Regal TourX wagon are missed, the automaker’s crossovers, including the Enclave, Envision, and Encore GX, provide upscale design and generous standard feature content. Buick’s vehicles aren’t on the level of those from true luxury brands, but note how many rivals are absent from this list of the most reliable car brands.
#3 Most Reliable Car Brand: Buick
- Super spacious: Buick Enclave
- Least expensive: Buick Envista
- Most efficient: Buick Encore GX
#2 Most Reliable Car Brand: Toyota
Toyota is practically synonymous with dependability and longevity—a reputation that’s further solidified by the brand’s 147 PP100 score in J.D. Power’s study. The automaker’s vehicles are staples on American roadways, with cars like the Corolla and Camry known for providing long-lasting transportation. That’s true of the super-popular RAV4 crossover, too, while models like the 4Runner and Sequoia show Toyota’s rugged side. Meanwhile, the Tacoma and Tundra pickup trucks prove more dependable than those from domestic brands. Then there’s the Toyota Prius hybrid, arguably the harbinger of today’s shift toward electrified driving. Honda, Toyota’s archrival, falls well below average, with a 206 PP100 score from J.D. Power.
#2 Most Reliable Car Brand: Toyota
- Most fun: Toyota GR Corolla
- Super spacious: Toyota Sequoia
- Most efficient: Toyota Prius Prime
#1 Most Reliable Car Brand: Lexus
Starting with Toyota fundamentals and making those even nicer proves successful for Lexus—it’s J.D. Power’s most reliable car brand this year, earning a score of just 135 PP100. The automaker’s entry-level-yet-engaging IS and relaxing ES sedans rank among this year’s most dependable luxury cars. Meanwhile, the compact NX, plush RX, and rugged GX do the same among SUVs. In addition to excellent dependability, Lexus models—including the stunning LC coupe—often perform well in IntelliChoice’s long-term ownership cost assessments.
