136. Tesla Roadster

Model Years: 2008-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $832*
The Tesla Roadster first came out in 2008, and it was one of the EVs to truly put Elon Musk’s company on the map. The Roadster’s annual repair costs are around $832 per year, above the average for all vehicles by just under $200. Teslas are not mass-produced as much as cheaper models, which is likely why repairs are so pricey (TopSpeed).

Tesla Roadster ©Mike Mareen/Shutterstock
Automoblog says that, when “compared to a gas car,” Teslas “do not require a lot of maintenance.” These EVs have just a fraction of the moving parts when compared to gas-powered internal combustion engines, which is one reason why they are less high-maintenance.

137. Saturn

Model Years: 1990-2010
Avg. Repair Costs: $553 per year*
Remember Saturn Cars? Saturn, a now-defunct company, went into business in 1984, producing its first model in 1990. It went under two decades later, having spent its entire life cycle as a subsidiary of GM. Saturn’s demise had largely to do with GM’s management of it, according to Forbes, who said that GM “destroyed” the brand.

Saturn ©Lissandra Melo/Shutterstock
Regardless, it has been thirteen years since Saturn folded, and their cars, though not overly common, are still seen on the road today. The average repair costs of a Saturn vehicle are around $553—its low maintenance was one of the reasons the brand was so successful.

138. Volvo

Model Years: 1927-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $769 per year*
Volvos have a reputation for being family-friendly, luxury-adjacent, and practical. When compared to other high-end brands, Volvos are more affordable to maintain, costing around $769 per year. That said, over a ten-year span of ownership, these cars are $100 more to maintain than Audis.

Volvo ©Gargantiopa/Shutterstock
Keep in mind that, depending on the Volvo you own, your maintenance costs will differ. A person who owns an XC60 and a person who owns an ‘80s sedan will experience differences in maintenance costs, experience, and more. Since Volvo is a luxury brand, its parts tend to be more expensive than Fords or Toyotas (though not as pricey as those of Audi, BMW, and Mercedes Benz).

139. E350 Mercedes-Benz

Model Years: 2010-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $788 per year*
Because the E350 is a Mercedes Benz and, therefore, a luxury vehicle, its parts are more expensive. Maintenance alone costs over $700 a year, though Automoblog says drivers should budget between $700 and $1,200 annually. The blog even recommends getting an extended auto warranty to defray ownership and out-of-pocket expenses.

E350 Mercedes-Benz ©FeelGoodLuck/Shutterstock
The E350 is known for its impressive interior qualities and engine options. But, according to Hot Cars, it is with its earlier models that the E350 really shines, as those provide “excellent reliability and technology” for people who want to own a Benz while on a budget.

140. BMW X5

Model Years: 1995-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $1,166 per year*
The 2023 BMW X5 has gotten great reviews from Car and Driver, with the publication calling it “pleasant” to drive. The X5 starts in the $60K range for its base model, making it a relatively more affordable luxury vehicle when compared to some of its competitor brands (Mercedes Benz, Audi, etc.).

BMW X5 ©rebinworkshop/Shutterstock
Consumer Reports calls the X5 “one of the best [cars] we’ve ever tested.” That said, that doesn’t mean the BMW X5 is off the hook for expensive repairs, as RepairPal says it costs around $1,166 per year to maintain this sporty luxury vehicle. Repair costs vary. If water leaks into the interior, that can cost $10,000 to repair, whilst an overheated engine will cost around $2,200 to fix.

141. Volkswagen Amarok

Model Years: 2010-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $676 per year*
According to Motor1, it costs $676 to maintain a Volkswagen annually (that’s $56 per month, broken down). For a long time, VW vehicles had a reputation for being pricey to maintain and repair, and that is still true, to an extent. After all, Volkswagen is a foreign brand, so its parts have to be imported.

Volkswagen Amarok ©BoJack/Shutterstock
That said, VW has cut its maintenance costs from what they were, and VW Amaroks, for example, cost around $676 per year to maintain. That’s on par with other VW models. These European vehicles are, says SRP Auto, “reliable, fun cars to drive.”

142. Holden Colorado

Model Years: 2008-2020
Avg. Repair Costs: $500-$800 per year*
Holden is a now-defunct Australian carmaker that was a subsidiary of General Motors for a long time. It sold cars under its own marquee in Australia before its demise. Before that, it was importing cars only. The Holden Colorado came out in July of 2008, launched ahead of the Isuzu D-Max.

Holden Colorado ©Mino Surkala/Shutterstock
The Colorado can cost anywhere from $500 to $800 to maintain. Different fixes cost different amounts, depending on what you’ve done to yours. For example, a Colorado radiator replacement costs $350 to $900, while a head gasket replacement will run you $1,200 to $3,000 at Australian mechanic shops.

143. BMW 1-Series

Model Years: 2004-2013
Avg. Repair Costs: $870 per year*
The BMW 1-Series was produced from 2004 until 2013 when BMW replaced it with the all-new (at the time) 2-Series. This line of subcompacts was a hit for BMW, with AutoExpress calling the 1-Series, while it was still on the market, “one of the best premium hatchbacks” around.

BMW 1-Series ©Everyonephoto Studio/Shutterstock
It’s well-known that BMWs are expensive to repair, with most owners paying $800 to $1,700 for maintenance and repairs every year. BMWs are German cars equipped with special parts and equally-special technology, both of which require certain specialized licenses to repair effectively. The 1-Series has an annual maintenance cost of $870.

144. Toyota HiLux

Model Years: 1968-1995
Avg. Repair Costs: $397 per year*
The Toyota HiLux was around for decades before it was replaced with the Tacoma (another successful pickup from the Japanese automaker) in the U.S. The HiLux has an annual maintenance cost of $397, continuing Toyota’s reputation of having low-maintenance, low-fuss cars and pickups.

Toyota HiLux ©Jarhe Photography/Shutterstock
The annual cost to repair a Toyota, in general, is around $441, which is below the average yearly cost for all vehicles. That said, if you own a vintage HiLux, you might find wear and tear happening more frequently on your aged vehicle, which could contribute to more visits to the mechanic’s shop. You also might find it hard to import new parts for your old HiLux.

145. Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Model Years: 1996-2004
Avg. Repair Costs: $535 per year*
Made by Mitsubishi, the Pajero Sport had a relatively short lifespan in the States, where it was marketed as the Montero. The Pajero Sport is still produced in some countries today, and the Pajero nameplate has been around for almost thirty years.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport ©Dmitry Dven/Shutterstock
A Mitsubishi Pajero Sport costs $535 to repair and maintain, according to RepairPal, which places it below the average for all cars. In general, Mitsubishi cars have a $7,787 average cost for repair and maintenance during their first ten years of service (Car Edge). Car Edge reports, based on its recorded data, that there is an 18.18% chance your Mitsubishi will need a repair during that time period.

146. Mitsubishi Triton

Model Years: 1978-1995
Avg. Repair Costs: $535 per year*
According to The Drive, the Mitsubishi Triton pickup has always been a “bit of a favorite,” as it has a “no fuss approach” to the concept of a dual cab pickup. The Triton has been in production in various countries since the late 1970s, and the pickup has gotten a reputation for being low-maintenance and affordable.

Mitsubishi Triton ©nitinut380/Shutterstock
The Triton has a naturally-aspirated V8 made by Ford Motors under its hood, the same engine you’ll find in the F-150, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Expedition. In terms of its annual maintenance costs, the Triton costs just over $500 a year to keep up with.

147. Lexus SC

Model Years: 1992-2010
Avg. Repair Costs: $95–$3,129*
According to Your Mechanic, which collects data from car owners around the world about their makes and models, the Lexus SC costs anywhere from $95 to $3,219 to maintain and repair, with an average cost of service of $382.

Lexus SC ©Gestalt Imagery/Shutterstock
Lexus vehicles might have a reputation for being super luxurious, but they are more affordable than you may think. They average $7,786 to maintain and repair during the first ten years of ownership, beating out the industry average cost for luxury brands by several thousand dollars (Car Edge). The SC is now an older car on the road, as it was discontinued thirteen years ago in 2010.

148. Audi S6

Model Years: 1994-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $1,087 per year*
Audi, a luxury German automaker, has been making S6 vehicles since the 1990s. A 2023 S6 has a Kelley Blue Book rating of 4.5/5, and it has an MSRP of $73,670, putting it on the higher side of luxury pricing. The S6 sedan is also pricey when it comes to its maintenance and repair costs.

Audi S6 ©lexan/Shutterstock
It costs over $1,000 a year to service an Audi S6. The average repair cost for Audis, in general, is $987, making the S6 more expensive than the average model, even for Audi in general. That said, Audi has a long reputation for reliability, with Car Indigo calling it the “most dependable” of German automakers.

149. Renault Megane

Model Years: 1995-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $500-$1,000*
Renault is a brand with which Americans are unfamiliar, but it is popular in Europe. According to OSV Ltd., Renault is reliable, with things not costing too much to fix when they do go wrong. Renaults, such as the Megane, are “not off the road very long” while they’re being repaired.

Renault Megane ©North Monaco/Shutterstock
Renaults are common, popular vehicles, which means that their parts are mass-produced and take less time to find. The Megane is currently in its third generation, having gotten a recent upgrade that saw it get an “E-Tech Electric,” battery-powered, EV model in its trim lineup.

150. Mercedes-Benz GLE

Model Years: 1997-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $1,194*
Want a Mercedes Benz GLE-Class? In addition to an MSRP in the high five-figure range, you’ll also have to shell out around $1,200 a year to have your GLE serviced. According to Car Edge, the GLE costs $14,738 to maintain during its first ten years of service.

Mercedes-Benz GLE ©Grzegorz Czapski/Shutterstock
Mercedes maintenance costs are almost always above-average, as the parts are foreign and not as easy to source as a mass-produced, domestic vehicle. The GLE, according to J.D. Power, has a predicted reliability score of 78/100 (putting it at an “average” status).

151. Corvette ZR1

Model Years: 2019
Avg. Repair Costs: $737*
This supercharged sports car is Chevrolet’s magnum opus—at least for 2019. The 6.2-liter V8 under the hood of the ZR1 gets 755 horsepower, and, according to Car and Driver, it can shoot from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just three seconds flat.

Corvette ZR1 ©Zoran Karapancev/Shutterstock
That said, what happens when this sports car breaks down? According to Edmunds, the price is steep, with repairs costing around $5,677 over ten years, with the annual maintenance costing around $737. You won’t want to break the engine, though, as that’ll cost you $20,000 to replace.