46. Nissan Titan XD

Model Years: 2016-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $278*
YourMechanic.com reported that the average cost of repairing/maintaining the Nissan Titan XD was $278. The Titan XD has a very heavy curb weight (6,402-6,841 pounds). This, as Autoblog puts it, takes its “toll” on “fuel mileage” and “performance.” The Titan XD is “overpriced,” according to Motor Biscuit.

Nissan Titan XD @therealautoblog / Twitter.com
Motor Biscuit said that the truck couldn’t compete with other rivals in the heavy-duty truck market, including the Ford Super Duty or the Chevy Silverado 4500-6500 HDs. In fact, the publication went a step further, stating that, despite lower repair costs, the later-model 2019 Titan XD was the “worst truck you [could] buy.”

47. Audi A4 Allroad

Model Years: 2012-2016
Avg. Repair Costs: $328*
YourMechanic.com clocked the repairs for the Audi A4 Allroad at $328 on average, with a peak cost of $3,436. The Audi A4 Allroad, according to US News, has a 3.5/5 reliability rating for its 2019 model, which US News said was “slightly above-average.”

Audi A4 Allroad @CarBuzzcom / Twitter.com
Audi parts are imported and Audi labor specialized, even at those shops and chains like Pep Boys that offer repair of these vehicles. Audi-brand cars are made in nine different factories worldwide. It is based in Ingolstadt, Bavaria. Despite the exotic nature of Audi cars, the repair costs aren’t as astronomical as you’ll see on a Porsche or Mercedes-Benz.

48. Ford F-150

Model Years: 1941-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $788*
The Ford F-150 is one of the most popular cars in America. Ford has been making its flagship pickup truck since 1941, marking nearly eighty years. The F-150’s average repair costs per year are $788, according to Motor1. The F-150 benefits from being so numerous—Ford makes nearly 1 million per year (Vox).

Ford F-150 @dexital1 / Twitter.com
This means that the Ford F-150 can share parts with many other vehicles. It’s rare that you’ll have a part issue that can’t be fixed quickly. Still, repair costs are above average. To replace the engine on an F-150, you’ll pay between $3,000 to $4,000.

49. Lincoln MKS

Model Years: 2009-2016
Avg. Repair Costs: $2,649*
The Lincoln MKS was one of the most expensive cars to fix, marking a repair cost over $2,600, along with the Lincoln MKZ. RepairPal found that the MKZ in particular was pricey, topping the list of the most expensive cars to fix. The Lincoln is more reliable than other luxury cars, getting a 4/5 reliability rating on US News.

Lincoln MKS @rarecars / Twitter.com
The Lincoln was only outshone by the Mercedes-Benz CLS in terms of reliability. Both cars are very expensive to repair because they are luxury vehicles. The labor needed to repair them is specialized, and the parts aren’t interchangeable with other non-luxury Fords.

50. BMW M4

Model Years: 2014-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $2,781*
Another very expensive car to repair and maintain is the BMW M4, which has an average annual cost of $2,781. The BMW M4, over a course of ten years, sees repair costs drop a little bit, but not by much. The average ten-year repair cost for a BMW M4 is $17,400.

BMW M4 @evomagazine / Twitter.com
The BMW M4 is on par with the Lincoln MKZ in terms of pricey annual costs. The BMW’s parts are imported, and the labor is more expensive because of the skills required to work on a luxury vehicle. Despite this objective downside, the 2018 M4 was labeled “tops in the performance…class” by CNET.

51. Mini Cooper

The Mini Cooper, according to Repair Pal, has an average annual repair cost in the mid-$800s, making it a bit cheaper than you might have anticipated, especially for a compact car. The Mini Cooper ranked as the most dependable compact car, according to J.D. Power in 2019.
That was a huge improvement, as, just a few years prior, the Mini was ranked 28 out of 32 for reliability. The Mini Cooper usually lasts over 100,000 miles, assuming that you maintain it properly. Overall, J.D. Power ranked Mini fourth for dependability out of all car brands.

Mini Cooper @MiniCooperF56 / Facebook.com

52. Toyota Corolla

Model Years: 1966-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $350*
Initially, the Toyota Corolla won’t be very expensive to maintain, which is in keeping with the rest of the Japanese automaker’s cars. Over time, according to Business Insider, the rate might rise to $710 a year in maintenance and repair costs. According to Edmunds’ True Cost to Own, a calculator that estimates repair costs, repair and maintenance is very cheap during the first year.

Toyota Corolla @CollWoodToyota / Twitter.com
It costs just $40 for first-year maintenance, but, by the fifth year, Edmunds’ estimates that you’ll spend up to $1,354. It evens out, over time, to $710. Business Insider listed the Corolla as one of the cars that “cost[s] the least to maintain.”

53. Kia Soul

Model Years: 2008-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $231*
The Kia Soul has a lower repair cost each year, and, assuming that you care for the car and maintain it, you will find that most Kias can last at least 100,000 miles, according to CarGurus.com. An example of a common repair job is a spark plug replacement.

Kia Soul @KIA_Pcola / Twitter.com
A Kia Soul’s spark plug replacement costs $143-$191. The labor costs make up $88-$111 of that, while parts cost $55-$80. According to Market Watch, Kias and Hyundais have been the subject of several recalls. Both manufacturers have recalled a combined total of 2.4 million vehicles to fix engine failures and possible fire problems.

54. Honda Pilot

Model Years: 2003-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $428*
Your Mechanic found that the peak repair costs for a Honda Pilot are $2,095. Repair Pal found that the Pilot has “above average ownership costs.” The Honda Pilot is pretty finicky for the 2003 model, according to CarComplaints.com, a review site for drivers to air their grievances with their cars.

Honda Pilot @SiskHonda / Facebook.com
In 2003, the site was inundated with complaints about transmission problems. Transmission problems are some of the most annoying and costly issues to have. The cost to repair the transmission on a Pilot is over $3,000—replacement will cost you even more than that. It’s probably a good idea to buy newer model years for the Pilot.

55. Scion xB

Model Years: 2004-2015
Avg. Repair Costs: $368*
According to Consumer Reports, the Scion xB is a “great city car.” It’s cube-like and very space-efficient because of its dimensions. Consumer Reports did caution against traveling on a long highway drive, as the ride is choppy, and you can hear a lot of wind noise at high speeds.

Scion xB @c_rumion_bot / Twitter.com
Repair-wise, the Scion xB costs $368 to maintain. The car itself is not overly expensive, with US News stating that the price ranges from $11,000 to $17,000 for a used Scion xB. The car is very reliable. Cars.com states that those Scion xBs built in 2006 and before 2006 are “300,000-mile vehicles.”

56. Chevrolet Spark

Model Years: 1998-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $649*
Repair Pal found that the repair costs, per year, for a Chevy Spark end up being about $649. The Spark ranks mid-range for reliability (10 out of 21). As Repair Pal stated, the “severity” of Spark repairs is “average.” The frequency of needing repairs is “low,” and the site stated that it’s “uncommon” for a Spark to need “major repairs.”

Chevrolet Spark @HerronChevrolet / Twitter.com
The Chevy Spark joins other Chevrolets as being lost-lasting vehicles. Dan Cummins stated that Chevys “regularly” make it past the 200,000-mile mark. Though most people are happy to start shopping when their car hits 100,000 miles, a Chevy could go for much longer.

57. Ford Focus

Model Years: 1999-2018 (North America), 1998-Present (Europe)
Avg. Repair Costs: $775*
Despite being such a common car, Ford Focuses have a high maintenance cost. The Focus is one of Ford’s last compact cars, and Brake for It found that, in addition to maintenance and repair costs, fuel costs could push a Ford Focus owner over the $1,000 mark to $1,100 in yearly expenses.

Ford Focus @everydayscarshowroom/Facebook.com
The Ford Focus is affordable, so it might be surprising that it is expensive to maintain. Transmission replacements generally cost $1,200 or above (Vehicle History), and repairs are average in terms of severity and frequency (Repair Pal). The Focus ranks 27 out of 26 for reliability in the compact car range (Repair Pal).

58. Toyota Camry

Model Years: 1982-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $441*
Your Mechanic found that the cost of a Toyota Camry to maintain and repair peaked at $4,460. The vehicle is one of the cheapest to maintain, according to Car Covers Direct. The Hybrid is especially cheap. The Camry’s only major, non-transmission-related cost is its tires, which run $200 apiece.

Toyota Camry @bharatsthoughts / Twitter.com
The Camry is a long-lasting car. Though the average car only lasts eight years, Cash Auto Salvage said that that has “no bearing” on a Camry. The Camry can last even over 200,000 miles. The most expensive repair in the Camry is, of course, the transmission, which costs over $3,000. This repair is far rarer than tire replacement.

59. Chrysler 300

Model Years: 2004-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $631*
Repair Pal states that the average total yearly cost to repair and maintain the Chrysler 300 is about $631, which is $41 above average for full-size vehicles and $21 below average for all car models. The Chrysler 300 has an average reliability rating of 3/5 stars, according to J.D. Power.

Chrysler 300 @davedenniscjdr / Facebook.com
The Chrysler 300’s motor is perhaps its most expensive cost, costing between $1,500 and $1,900 to replace the engine. The 300’s lifespan is “about 200,000 miles,” says Vehicle History, making it one of the longer-lasting vehicles on this list. Though Chrysler has a word-of-mouth reputation for unreliability, it appears that the 300 is average in this respect.

60. BMW 328i

Model Years: 1975-Present (3 Series)
Avg. Repair Costs: $968*
The BMW 328i is, as you might have guessed from the luxury moniker, expensive to repair. Repair Pal says that the average cost is $968, and Your Mechanic has even found the cost to spike to $3,016 a year in cases of troubled 328is. As one Redditor lamented, “All the money spent at a mechanic…Sigh.”

BMW 328i @Bringatrailer / Twitter.com
The reason, again, is the labor involved. The labor is skilled, and the parts are imported from Germany. Though flashy vehicles tend to rank high on repair lists, they aren’t the only ones with costly repair numbers. The BMW 328i, part of the brand’s 3-Series, has a 2.5/5 reliability rating (Repair Pal).

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