Top reliable car manufacturers

The book ranked the carmakers with a general score, that was a mixture of each brand name's road test rating and normal dependability score. The street test rating considered the common outcomes from customer Reports' many tests from the automobiles, and a reliability rating provides a guide how likely the automobiles from each brand name will likely hold up normally.

Not all the automakers had been factored into Consumer Reports' study. Jaguar, Maserati, Ram, Smart and Tesla performed "not need enough information" become reviewed by the book.

1. Audi

With a standard score of 80, road-test score of 83 and a lot better than typical reliability rating, Audi ended up being rated No. 1. Consumer Reports said the "luxury brand name is known for technology and style as much as its performance, luxurious interiors, and Quattro all-wheel-drive system."

2. Subaru

With a standard score of 78, road test score of 80 and a lot better than typical dependability rating, Subaru had been ranked No. 2. Consumer Reports said the brand "has already been similar to unpretentious, practical, and affordable all-wheel-drive automobiles."

3. Lexus

With a broad rating of 76, road test score of 74 and best dependability rating, Audi had been placed No. 3. customer Reports stated the brand name is "recognized for making peaceful, plush, and extremely reliable vehicles."

4. Porsche

With an overall rating of 76, road-test score of 84 and typical dependability rating, Porsche ended up being rated No. 4. Consumer Reports said "the Porsche DNA remains baked into every design with confident high-performance dealing with, a controlled trip, superb braking performance, an exciting exhaust note, and beautifully crafted interiors."

5. BMW

With a general rating of 76, road test rating of 85 and normal reliability score, BMW was placed # 5. customer Reports stated "most existing BMW designs are not quite the best driving devices of history. As an alternative, they focus more about technology, convenience, refinement, and fuel performance."

6. Mazda

With a complete rating of 74, road test score of 74 and much better than normal reliability score, Mazda had been ranked # 6. Consumer Reports stated Mazda "is most recognized for the plucky Miata roadster, but that fun-to-drive factor pervades the lineup."

7. Buick

With a standard score of 74, road-test score of 76 and better than typical reliability rating, Buick ended up being rated No. 7. Consumer Reports stated "Buick is wanting to lose its stodgy image with an aggressive brand that's situated in between conventional and luxury brands."

8. Toyota

With a general rating of 72, road-test score of 69 and greatest dependability rating, Toyota ended up being rated No. 8. customer Reports said "Toyota creates solid, efficient, and trustworthy cars that do every thing well - albeit in a pleasing, unexciting package."

9. Kia

With a general score of 72, road test score of 75 and a lot better than average reliability rating, Kia ended up being ranked # 9. Consumer Reports said "Kia provides fashionable and competent vehicles usually offered at under your competition."

10. Honda

With an overall score of 71, road-test score of 73 and typical rating, Honda had been rated No. 10. Consumer Reports stated "reliability, that used becoming very good, has declined recently. The operating knowledge is generally sound, though not so sporty or interesting."

11. Hyundai

With an overall rating of 70, road-test rating of 76 and typical reliability score, Hyundai ended up being placed No. 11. Customer Reports said "Hyundai has kept its cheap-and-cheerful image really into the rear-view mirror. The styling and fit and finish on most designs are on the increase, and performance is on par with Toyota and Honda."

12. Volvo

With an overall rating of 69, road test rating of 77 and typical dependability score, Volvo ended up being rated No. 12. Consumer Reports stated "typically recognized for safety, Volvos are generally peaceful, have comfortable chairs, and provide safe though uninspiring maneuvering."

13. Mini

With a complete score of 68, road test score of 71 and typical reliability rating, Mini ended up being rated No. 13. Consumer Reports stated "Mini embodies the classic allure for the Uk runabout."

14. Mercedes Benz

With a broad rating of 67, road test score of 80 and worse than typical reliability rating, Mercedes-Benz had been placed No. 14. Customer Reports said of Mercedes, "these luxury automobiles typically offer a plush trip, quietness, an impeccable inside, advanced security systems, and crisp management."

15. Volkswagen

With a general score of 67, road test rating of 76 and typical reliability score, Volkswagen was rated No. 15. Customer Reports said "VWs are typically solid, responsive, and fun-to-drive cars, with a far more premium feel than their particular rivals. They typically have nimble control, a firm and luxurious ride, supportive seats, and good fit and finish."

16. Ford