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What cars are still reliable after 100k miles?
The following cars not only have a reputation for going the distance but have what it takes to give owners security with their purchase.
- 20 Toyota Tacoma. via pinterest.
- 19 Lexus RX 350. via Wikimedia Commons.
- 18 Toyota 4Runner.
- 17 Ford F-150.
- 16 Toyota Prius.
- 15 Honda Accord.
- 14 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
- 13 Toyota Highlander.
Which cars last the longest mileage?
Longest-Lasting Cars: Toyota’s Land Cruiser Easily Wins the Top Spot
| Longest-Lasting Vehicles to Reach 200,000 Miles – iSeeCars Study | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rank | Vehicle | \% of Cars Over 200k Miles |
| 1 | Toyota Land Cruiser | 16.3\% |
| 2 | Toyota Sequoia | 11.2\% |
| 3 | Chevrolet Suburban | 5.1\% |
How long do car engines last?
When it comes to the time an engine will last you, look at mileage per year or how the vehicle is stored if there is very low mileage on the engine. Think of a 1916 car engine that is driven only 100 miles a year and put in storage after each use. After 100 years the engine will only have 10,000 miles on it.
How many miles will a 100 year old engine last?
After 100 years the engine will only have 10,000 miles on it. This motor may last a few hundred years before it would need rebuilding or replacement. This is why we use mileage to rate how long an engine will last.
How many miles should a car last?
But high mileage totals are even easier with today’s vehicles. A typical passenger car should last 200,000 miles or more, says Rich White, executive director of the nonprofit Car Care Council (which offers a free car care guide ).
Can I put a newer engine in an older car?
As you noted, older cars are larger with plenty of space in the engine bay. The problem you’ll have is making the newer engine work in the older car.