Some vehicles remain on the road far longer than others. An iSeeCars study compared the likelihood that cars in the United States will reach 250,000 miles—about 402,000 kilometers. Toyota ranked first, and Japanese brands claimed all four of the top positions.
Which car brands are most likely to exceed 250,000 miles?
Toyota leads the study, with a 19.7% chance of reaching 250,000 miles. Lexus follows at 14.4%, Honda at 13.3%, and Acura at 9.5%. The industry-wide average is 5.4%.
Here are the reported figures, from highest to lowest:
1. Toyota: 19.7%
2. Lexus: 14.4%
3. Honda: 13.3%
4. Acura: 9.5%
5. GMC: 5.8%
6. Mazda: 5.3%
7. Lincoln: 4.7%
8. Ram: 4.2%
9. Ford: 4.1%
10. Cadillac: 3.9%
11. Chevrolet: 3.6%
12. Nissan: 3.4%
13. Tesla: 3.3%
14. Subaru: 2.8%
15. Mercedes-Benz: 2.6%
16. Volvo: 2.6%
17. Infiniti: 2.5%
18. Dodge: 1.7%
How does Toyota compare with the industry average?
Toyota’s 19.7% likelihood is more than three times the 5.4% industry average. Lexus and Honda also rank well above that benchmark, while Acura’s 9.5% result is nearly twice the average. These figures describe the likelihood of reaching a mileage threshold—not a guarantee that an individual vehicle will do so.
What does the study say about Japanese and European brands?
Japanese brands occupy the top four places: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, and Acura. European brands appear lower in the reported rankings. Mercedes-Benz and Volvo each recorded 2.6%, while Volkswagen was reported at 1.5%. BMW and Audi each recorded 0.5%.
Does reaching 250,000 miles prove a car is reliable?
Not by itself. The study compares the probability of vehicles reaching 250,000 miles; it does not directly measure how often they break down or establish the reliability of every model. A brand-level result also cannot predict the lifespan of a specific car.
Maintenance history, driving conditions, mileage patterns, and individual owner care can all affect how long a vehicle lasts. The findings are based on the US market, so differences in sales volumes, model availability, and vehicle use may also influence the results. Use the rankings as a broad comparison, then assess a particular car’s model, service records, and condition.
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iSeeCars study of the likelihood that vehicles in the United States will exceed 250,000 miles.
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