Looking for a vehicle with the potential to outlast you? Toyota is the clear winner, as highlighted by a recent study which identified the longest-lasting cars, trucks, and SUVs in America likely to hit 250,000 miles (402,000 km).
According to data analyzed by iSeeCars, which reviewed 402 million vehicles, the chances of any car reaching this milestone are slim—only 8.6 percent will make it. However, Toyota models are four times more likely to achieve this longevity compared to others.
Leading the charge is the Toyota Tundra, with a 36.6 percent probability of reaching 250,000 miles, closely followed by the Toyota Sequoia at 36.4 percent. Toyota dominates the list, occupying all top five spots with the 4Runner, Tacoma, and Highlander rounding out the top ranks. All these models have at least a 26 percent likelihood of hitting the quarter-million-mile mark.
Additionally, the Avalon and Lexus GX are ranked eighth and ninth, respectively, while the Highlander, Camry, and Prius also make the list, demonstrating Toyota’s unmatched reliability with ten of the top 30 longest-lasting vehicles.
Honda, including its Acura division, managed to secure seven positions in the top 30, while General Motors achieved six spots. Despite increasing vehicle complexity, many modern cars are showing remarkable durability. “Today’s vehicles are more robust, with 30 models offering between a 12 and 36 percent chance of reaching 250,000 miles,” noted iSeeCars analyst Karl Brauer. The definition of “long-lasting” was recently updated from 200,000 to 250,000 miles to reflect these advancements.
Interestingly, SUVs tend to have a higher likelihood of reaching this mileage compared to sedans. SUVs average a 7.8 percent chance, with the top five models boasting at least a 20 percent chance. However, sedans average only a 5.4 percent chance, with Toyota’s Avalon outperforming the Corolla remarkably.
For those seeking the ultimate longevity, the Ram 3500 stands out in the heavy-duty truck segment, boasting a 42.6 percent chance of reaching 250,000 miles, compared to a segment average of 19.4 percent. In stark contrast, the Ram 1500 has only an 11.5 percent chance.
Surprisingly, no European or Korean automakers appear on these longevity lists.