In a world where things seem to be made for single use, finding a car that doesn't give up after a quarter of a million kilometers is a real discovery. Well, our colleagues at Topspeed.com rolled up their sleeves and subjected the used and new vehicle market to a serious dissection to weed out the real marathon runners. The results are clear - Japanese engineering still holds the palm of the championship, but Korean and American competitors are already breathing down its neck.
At the top of the food chain, without surprises, is the Toyota Camry (2023 model)
With a stunning rating of 88 points, this sedan is a true monument to solidity. With it, serious repairs are such an exception that owners would rather forget where the service station is than visit it for anything other than an oil change. The bonus here is that its maintenance costs as much as your weekly grocery shopping at the supermarket.
Immediately after it, somewhat unexpectedly for many, is the Chevrolet Malibu (2023)
Although it requires a slightly larger investment in consumables than its Asian rivals, the American machine demonstrates enviable mechanical durability
Third place on the honorable ladder goes to the 2020 Kia Optima
The Koreans have proven that they know how to make “unkillable” cars – even with irregular service visits, the likelihood of it leaving you on the road with a broken chain or a broken gearbox is negligible.
Here are the other participants in the elite club of long-livers, who earned their place in the ranking thanks to high consumer interest and the absence of chronic defects:
Mazda6 (2021) – The beautiful athlete with 84 points, which ages slowly and with dignity.
Ford Mondeo (2020) – The last large sedan of the brand, which turned out to be a real dog.
Hyundai Sonata (2023) – Modern design, supported by solid mechanics.
Nissan Altima (2023) – The quiet worker that just keeps going.
Volkswagen Passat (2022) – The German classic that (still) holds up.
Honda Accord (2023) – Traditional quality that justifies every penny.
Subaru Legacy (2023) – Symmetry and strength that are not afraid of mileage.
These models don't just “pass“ the kilometers – they “eat“ them with ease, proving that reliability is not a myth, but a matter of the right choice and timely care. If you are looking for a car that will not let you down at the most inopportune moment, this list is not to be ignored.