The 10 Most Reliable SUVs That Can Easily Last 250,000 Miles
SUVs have gotten fancier; they now have more complicated electronics controlling everything from the seats to the infotainment system, and there are more powertrains getting electronic assistance. According to the latest Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), growing problems per 100 vehicles (PP100) are increasingly being determined by infotainment systems and phone connectivity, and gas engines are still the most reliable.
Despite this, there are still some SUVs that are built for the long haul. These 10 SUVs are renowned for reliability and have the highest chance of any model on the market of reaching 200,000 miles with proper maintenance.
Models are listed in ascending order based on their chances of reaching 250,000 miles, from the least likely to the most likely.
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Honda CR-V
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 10.6%
The Honda CR-V has been on the U.S. market for nearly three decades now, and in that time has become one of the Japanese marque’s go-to SUVs for easy living and dependability. The 2026 Honda CR-V is rated 83 out of 100 for reliability on J.D. Power, and gets an owner-rated 4.6 out of 5 for reliability on Kelley Blue Book. Despite being available as a hybrid, the CR-V is still so dependable because Honda utilizes proven tech and tends not to make big changes to components until they really need to.
The 1.5-liter L-Series turbo-four available has been in service for Honda for around 10 years, while the 2.0-liter hybrid powertrain used in the hybrid models has been around for 12 years. Of course, incremental changes have been made to both, but they are paying off. iSeeCars estimates that the CR-V has an average lifespan of just under 170,000 miles, but more importantly, a 2.5-times better chance than the average vehicle of hitting at least 250,000 miles.
9
Lexus RX
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 10.7%
Lexus is renowned for dependability in the luxury world, and its exceptionally popular and reliable mid-sized SUV, the non-hybrid Lexus RX, has one of the best chances of reaching at least 250,000 miles. iSeeCars says it has around the same chances of hitting the big numbers as the Honda CR-V, but here, you get a lot more luxury fittings and a 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four good for 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque.
The 2026 Lexus RX (non-hybrid) is only available as the RX 350, but if the lack of different engine choices puts you off, the reliability rating won’t. According to J.D. Power, the new RX is rated 82 out of 100 for reliability and is rated as one of the best premium SUVs to buy for long-term reliability. Again, like its parent company, Toyota, Lexus concentrates on refinement and making things work properly instead of introducing something new for the sake of it. The Toyota T24A-FTS engine has already been around since 2021, and winds out its peak torque at a very low 1,700 rpm.
8
Chevrolet Suburban
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 11.8%
As the most reliable American SUV in terms of longevity, the Chevrolet Suburban has an estimated average lifespan of 167,966 miles, and a 2.5-times higher chance of reaching at least 250,000 miles than the average vehicle. The Suburban has quietly become one of GM’s longest-living SUVs thanks to its body-on-frame construction, oversized brake and axle components, and solid engine options under the hood.
The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban is available with a choice of three engines: a 5.3-liter naturally aspirated EcoTec3 V8, a 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8, and a 3.0-liter diesel Duramax inline-six. Torque ranges from 383 pound-feet for the 5.3-liter V8 and 460 pound-feet for the 6.2-liter variant to 495 pound-feet for the diesel engine. None of the engine choices are overstressed; they wind out their torque at between 2,750 rpm (for the diesel) and 4,100 rpm for the V8s, and tow ratings go all the way up to 8,400 pounds. In short, it is built like a working SUV but for comfort.
7
Toyota Highlander
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 12.7%
According to iSeeCars, the non-hybrid Toyota Highlander has an average lifespan of 172,986 miles, or 12.9 years. They also say that it has a 2.7-times better chance of reaching 250,000 miles than the average vehicle. RepairPal estimates that it has low annual maintenance costs of $489, making it much cheaper than the $573 (on average) it costs to maintain the average mid-sized SUV in 2026, and much cheaper than the $652 it costs for the average modern vehicle.
The 2026 Toyota Highlander is rated 84 out of 100 for dependability on J.D. Power, while owners who left a review on Kelley Blue Book rate it 4.1 out of 5 for reliability, with 70 percent of the current 65 reviewers recommending it. The new Highlander remains relatively mechanically straightforward: it is equipped with the overbuilt T24A-FTS turbo-four, it gets a simpler eight-speed automatic (unlike the hybrid models that get a CVT), and it rides on Toyota’s TNGA-K platform, which is used very extensively across Toyota’s lineup.
6
Honda Pilot
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 13.1%
If you are looking for a well-priced, drama-free SUV, the Honda Pilot has become one of the most enduring. iSeeCars says that it has a 2.7-times better chance of reaching at least 250,000 miles, and an average lifespan of 169,251 miles, or 12.9 years. The new Honda Pilot is rated 81 out of 100 for reliability on J.D. Power, and RepairPal says it will only cost $542 a year to maintain.
The good thing about the 2026 Honda Pilot is that it still comes equipped with a V6 while a lot of its rivals have gone down the turbo-four route. To be precise, you get a naturally aspirated 3.5-liter J35Y8 V6 good for 285 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 262 pound-feet of torque at 5,000 rpm. There are no turbos to add complexity, the cooling channels are well-designed to alleviate some of the heat pressure, the 60-degree V provides smooth, balanced running, and the Honda J-Series engine family has been in service for over two decades, being subject to a lot of testing and incremental improvements.
5
Lexus RX Hybrid
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 17%
Despite having the added complexity of a hybrid system, the Lexus RX Hybrid is estimated by iSeeCars to have a better chance of reaching at least 250,000 miles than the non-hybrid RX flavor. They say that it has a 3.5-times better chance of reaching the big numbers than the average modern vehicle. The 2026 Lexus RX (hybrid) is available as the RX 350h, the RX 450h+, and the RX 500h.
If you opt for the 350h, you get a 2.5-liter inline-four mated to two electric motors good for 246 horsepower; the RX 450h+ gets you a 2.5-liter inline-four mated to a plug-in system good for 304 ponies; and the 500h gets you a 2.4-liter turbo-four mated to two electric motors, with a combined output of 366 horsepower. The reason the new RX Hybrid is so reliable is that Lexus refines things over time; you don’t have the added complexity of a traditional starter motor; the e-CVT doesn’t need a torque converter, resulting in fewer friction points; and regenerative braking from the hybrid system cuts down on brake and rotor wear.
4
Lexus GX
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 18.3%
If the goal is Toyota-like reliability with Range Rover-like flashiness, the Lexus GX is the sensible choice. The 2026 Lexus GX mid-sized SUV is rated 5 out of 5 for reliability on Kelley Blue Book, and has an iSeeCars-estimated average lifespan of 143,108 miles, or 10.9 years. iSeeCars also says that the GX has a 3.8-times better chance of reaching 250,000 miles than the average model.
The Lexus GX isn’t available with the coveted 4.6-liter 1UR-FE V8 anymore, and despite the 2026 model coming equipped with a 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6, Lexus knows what it’s doing when it comes to dependability. The V35A-FTS is built with a forged crankshaft and sturdy rods; horsepower output is a manageable 349, and torque output is a stout 479 pound-feet at 2,000 rpm. The GX also gets a body-on-frame construction, which can take a beating well, and the maximum towing capacity is up to 9,096 pounds, so you know it is built tough.
3
Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 31%
With a 31 percent chance of reaching 250,000 miles, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a 6.5-times better chance of reaching 250,000 miles than your average modern vehicle. And here starts the Toyota-dominated highest-mileage competitors. As standard, the 2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is equipped with a 2.5-liter Dynamic Force A25A-FXS DOHC inline-four mated to the Toyota Synergy Drive hybrid system, and an e-CVT. Horsepower and torque are at relatively low-stress levels — 245 and 177 (engine only), respectively. The Hybrid MAX models’ setup can shift out 362 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque.
The Highlander Hybrid, like many of Toyota’s SUVs, rides on the very well-tested and proven TNGA-K platform, which is built with high-strength steel, while the transaxle is equipped with a simple planetary gearset, which avoids the complexity of many automatic transmissions. On top of that, the electric motors in the hybrid rig handle a lot of the low-speed driving you do, so there are next to no vibrations or strains from the gas engine to damage things over time.
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Toyota 4Runner
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 32.9%
iSeeCars says the Toyota 4Runner has a nearly 33 percent chance of reaching 250,000 miles, making it 6.8-times more likely than the market average. It is the kind of SUV that feels like it was made to last forever, even the new model. The 2026 4Runner rides on a high-strength body-on-frame chassis; it gets a rugged independent front suspension and a sturdy multi-link rear suspension with outboard-mounted shocks; it has a tow rating of 6,000 pounds; and there is a refreshingly small number of electronic driver aids compared to some of its rivals.
There is no air suspension, and the i-FORCE T24A-FTS under the hood is very extensively used and benefits from a modest but useful output. The new non-hybrid 4Runner gets a 278-horsepower/317-pound-foot turbo-four mated to a heavy-duty eight-speed automatic, and either front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. Despite being driven over 13,000 miles a year (on average), iSeeCars estimates the average lifespan of a 4Runner is 197,025 miles, or 14.3 years, and rates it 8.1 out of 10 for reliability.
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Toyota Sequoia
Chance Of Reaching 250,000 Miles: 39.1%
With an iSeeCars reliability rating of 8.1 out of 10, a J.D. Power 2026 reliability rating of 80 out of 100, and an owner-rated Kelley Blue Book reliability score of 5 out of 5, the Toyota Sequoia is the SUV with the highest chance of reaching at least 250,000 miles. iSeeCars estimates the average lifespan of a Sequoia is 190,962 miles, or 12.6 years, and it has a 8.1-times better chance of seeing 250,000 miles than the average modern vehicle. The 2026 Toyota Sequoia benefits from Toyota’s bulletproof build quality, their immense eye for detail, and a generally overbuilt design.
There is just one powertrain option for this year’s Sequoia: a 3.5-liter i-FORCE MAX V35A-FTS twin-turbo V6 good for 437 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 583 pound-feet of torque at 2,400 rpm. It can tow up to 9,300 pounds when properly equipped; it is built on the fully-boxed TNGA-F chassis, which absorbs the impacts of off-roading nicely; the ten-speed automatic transmission is optimized to shift at the right times to prevent overheating; and the hybrid system handles low-speed driving instead of relying on the gas engine. In other words, for a tough modern hybrid SUV, it is everything you can ask for.
Sources: OEMs, iSeeCars, RepairPal, J.D. Power, and Kelley Blue Book.
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