CarFocal Research Desk
Compare U.S. car and truck brands using buyer-focused research on reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and real-world risk—then open the model-year guide before you commit.
Higher score is better. Ties occur only on exact score matches.
| Rank | Manufacturer | Score | Avg Reliability | Avg Maintenance | Vehicles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes-Benz Elite | 9.0 | 9.0 | 9.2 | 446 | View Models |
| 2 | Capacity Trucks Elite | 8.8 | 8.8 | 9.4 | 140 | View Models |
| 2 | Yamaha Elite | 8.8 | 8.8 | 9.5 | 33 | View Models |
| 4 | MINI Elite | 8.7 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 77 | View Models |
| 5 | Honda Elite | 8.6 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 234 | View Models |
| 5 | Rolls-Royce Elite | 8.6 | 8.6 | 8.1 | 57 | View Models |
| 5 | smart Elite | 8.6 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 15 | View Models |
| 8 | Mitsubishi Elite | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 77 | View Models |
| 8 | Suzuki Elite | 8.5 | 8.5 | 9.2 | 54 | View Models |
| 10 | Nissan Excellent | 8.4 | 8.4 | 8.3 | 267 | View Models |
| 10 | Lexus Excellent | 8.4 | 8.4 | 8.5 | 162 | View Models |
| 12 | BMW Excellent | 8.3 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 619 | View Models |
| 12 | Infiniti Excellent | 8.3 | 8.3 | 8.5 | 115 | View Models |
| 12 | Mazda Excellent | 8.3 | 8.3 | 8.5 | 113 | View Models |
| 12 | Aston Martin Excellent | 8.3 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 70 | View Models |
| 12 | Ferrari Excellent | 8.3 | 8.3 | 6.4 | 37 | View Models |
| 12 | Lamborghini Excellent | 8.3 | 8.3 | 4.2 | 25 | View Models |
| 18 | Bentley Excellent | 8.2 | 8.2 | 7.1 | 50 | View Models |
| 19 | Jeep Excellent | 8.1 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 103 | View Models |
| 19 | Ram Excellent | 8.1 | 8.1 | 8.6 | 84 | View Models |
| 19 | Maserati Excellent | 8.1 | 8.1 | 7.7 | 52 | View Models |
| 22 | Alfa Romeo Excellent | 8.0 | 8.0 | 8.6 | 29 | View Models |
| 22 | McLaren Excellent | 8.0 | 8.0 | 3.9 | 17 | View Models |
| 24 | Kia Excellent | 7.9 | 7.9 | 8.4 | 170 | View Models |
| 25 | Audi Excellent | 7.8 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 402 | View Models |
| 25 | Porsche Excellent | 7.8 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 105 | View Models |
| 27 | Volvo Excellent | 7.7 | 7.7 | 8.5 | 134 | View Models |
| 28 | Toyota Excellent | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 329 | View Models |
| 28 | Chevrolet Excellent | 7.6 | 7.6 | 8.3 | 283 | View Models |
| 28 | Lincoln Excellent | 7.6 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 91 | View Models |
| 28 | Fiat Excellent | 7.6 | 7.6 | 8.4 | 29 | View Models |
| 32 | GMC Excellent | 7.5 | 7.5 | 8.3 | 122 | View Models |
| 32 | Buick Excellent | 7.5 | 7.5 | 8.3 | 80 | View Models |
| 34 | RIVIAN Good | 7.4 | 7.4 | 8.6 | 13 | View Models |
| 35 | Land Rover Good | 7.3 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 97 | View Models |
| 35 | Jaguar Good | 7.3 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 68 | View Models |
| 37 | Volkswagen Good | 7.2 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 182 | View Models |
| 37 | Cadillac Good | 7.2 | 7.2 | 8.2 | 116 | View Models |
| 39 | Subaru Good | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 122 | View Models |
| 40 | Hyundai Good | 7.0 | 7.0 | 8.3 | 188 | View Models |
| 41 | Ford Good | 6.9 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 297 | View Models |
| 41 | Acura Good | 6.9 | 6.9 | 8.0 | 99 | View Models |
| 41 | Dodge Good | 6.9 | 6.9 | 8.2 | 87 | View Models |
| 41 | Genesis Good | 6.9 | 6.9 | 8.3 | 43 | View Models |
| 45 | Chrysler Average | 6.3 | 6.3 | 8.2 | 45 | View Models |
| 46 | Tesla Average | 6.2 | 6.2 | 8.3 | 47 | View Models |
Brand rankings narrow the field. The model-year guide helps you decide whether the exact car is worth a test drive, inspection, or offer.
Clear answers about what the ranking measures—and how to use it without over-trusting a single score.
Static global manufacturer ranking based on average eligible vehicle reliability scores. It ranks 46 manufacturers using data from 6025 eligible vehicles, giving you a starting point for a lower-risk shortlist—not a verdict on every individual car.
View ranking tableThe ranking combines aggregated reliability scores, maintenance costs, recall volumes, and complaint frequencies across each manufacturer's eligible lineup. Validate the exact model year, VIN, service history, and inspection before buying.
Read full methodologyThe top-ranked manufacturers in this index prioritize low recall and complaint volumes across their tracked model years.
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