Most reliable cars Best and worst predicted reliability, according to Consumer Reports survey research. Back to story Most Reliable Small SUV Most reliable (Best score first) Toyota FJ Cruiser* (pictured) Honda Element 2006 Honda CR-V Toyota Rav4* 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander* Subaru Forester Least reliable Kia Sportage 2007 models unless otherwise noted. *Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

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