76. Toyota Prius Prime

Model Years: 2014-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $4,098 for the first ten years*
If you want a vehicle that doesn’t have a lot of repair costs, you’d do well to take a look at the Toyota Prius Prime. This car costs $4,098 for repairs and maintenance during its first ten years, according to CarEdge.com. That averages out to around $410 per year, which beats the industry average for hatchback models.

Popular hatchbacks have a cost-of-repair totaling $2,413 per year, on average. During the first ten years of ownership, there is an 11.22% chance that your Prius Prime will need a major repair. For those who do experience issues, the most common problems are engine-related. In fact, Toyota recalled a few Prius models because of engine issues, but that recall is for the 2022 year.

77. Hyundai Genesis

Model Years: 2008-2016
Avg. Repair Costs: $565 per year*
Over eight model years, people who own the Hyundai Genesis have made 235 complaints to Hyundai Problems. The website, using its PainRank ranking system, has given the Genesis a 20 out of 25 for reliability, thanks to certain electrical and interior problems that people have reported.

Hyundai Genesis @DunkenKBliths/Twitter
Per year, the total annual average cost for repairs/maintenance on your Genesis should total around $565. Complaints aside, this isn’t too bad, as the average repair cost for luxury full-size vehicles is $976 per year (more than $300 higher for all vehicle types). So, though there are issues, the Genesis is much cheaper to maintain than other cars in its class.

78. Ford Ranger

Model Years: 1983-Present Avg. Repair Costs: $615 per year*
The Ford Ranger has an MSRP of $25,500 for the newer model, and, judging from star ratings from Car and Driver, MotorTrend, and U.S. News & World Report, the Ranger is above-average. Though its ratings have mostly been in the 7-8 range, the Ranger is viewed as an affordable, reliable pickup truck.

Ford Ranger @khuleonwheels/Twitter
As for repair costs, the Ranger finds itself on the winning end of the spectrum. The annual cost is around $615 to maintain and repair your ranger, and that is pretty good, compared to all vehicle models. However, when it comes to the truck segment, the Ranger is more expensive, as the average repair costs for trucks a year usually comes to $548.

79. Nissan Leaf

Model Years: 2011-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $748 per year*
The Leaf is an alternative fuel vehicle that has a starting MSRP of $27,400. The vehicle has a 6.5/10 on Car and Driver, and a possible reason that it has a lower rating is because of its repair costs. The Leaf is far more expensive to repair and maintain than other alternative fuel vehicles, and it is even costlier than regular fuel vehicles.

Nissan Leaf @GreenCarReports/Twitter
The average total cost per year is $748, nearly $300 more than other cars in its class and almost $100 more than all vehicle models. If you want a Leaf but want to avoid these costs, MotorBiscuit pointed out that used Leafs have “virtually zero dollars” in maintenance costs.

80. Ford Fiesta

Model Years: 1976-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $552 per year*
Ford has often racked up complaints about its maintenance costs. According to Motor1, it is “more expensive” than a lot of other brands of vehicles, including American-made cars like Chevy and Dodge. This is true for the Ford Fiesta, as its average repair cost is $552. Compared to other subcompact cars, the Fiesta costs $96 more to maintain and repair.
According to WhatCar, Ford, as a brand, finished 28 out of 30 on their reliability and value survey. The Fiesta placed 9 out of 24 for reliability, which, according to WC, was a “fairly average result” for the subcompact.

81. Nissan Frontier

Model Years: 1997-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $470 per year*
The Nissan Frontier is a mid-size truck with a towing capacity of 6,720 pounds and an MSRP starting at $28,340. The pickup truck is fairly cheap in terms of its lifetime upkeep, as it has a cost of $7,600 over ten years. The annual averages out to around $470, which makes this pickup a good option, as that number is nearly $80 cheaper than other midsize trucks.

Nissan Frontier @1slowtruggy/Twitter
It’s lucky that the Frontier doesn’t usually run into too many problems, as its parts, according to AutohausAZ, are often “inordinately” expensive. With good maintenance, you can expect 200,000 miles from this truck, and a lot of Frontier owners report getting high mileage with this midsize pickup.

82. Buick Lucerne

Model Years: 2006-2011
Avg. Repair Costs: $585 per year*
General Motors stopped making the Buick Lucerne in 2011, meaning that, if you’re buying one, you’re probably getting a used vehicle. The Lucerne had model years ranging from 2006 to 2011, and the car is considered an American luxury vehicle. The repair and maintenance cost averages out to $585 with this car.
According to Vehicle History, with proper maintenance, you can get around 300,000 miles, if not more, from the Lucerne. If you don’t keep up with maintenance, you’re likely to get less than 100,000 miles. Used Buick Lucerne’s seem to have a good rep on CarFax, as they have a 4.5/5-star rating out of 105 reviews.

83. Lexus ES

Model Years: 1989-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $468 per year*
This mid-size luxury vehicle is a popular choice for people who want a car with the Lexus marque (a marque that has become synonymous with class and wealth) while also getting maximum fuel efficiency. The ES gets 43/44 MPG, and its MSRP starts at $40,800, making it one of the more affordable Lexus options.

Lexus ES @completecar/Twitter
As for repair costs, the ES is around $468. During the first ten years of ownership, you can expect the ES to cost $5,488 in total, which beats the average for luxury sedans by nearly $800. During the first ten years, there is a 15.13% chance your ES will need a major repair.

84. Chevrolet Tahoe

Model Years: 1994-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $744 per year*
Though the Tahoe is a popular choice for people who want a sizable SUV, it has often racked up criticism over its expensive repair and maintenance costs. Per year, you’re likely to shell out $744. Midsize SUVs, as a class, have an average of $573 per year for maintenance and repair costs, making the Tahoe a pricier choice.

Chevrolet Tahoe @CarBuzzcom/Twitter
According to Chevrolet Problems, a website that tracks issues people are having with their Chevys, people have made 1,178 complaints about 27 different model years of Tahoes. The CP PainRank gave the Chevy a 28/40 ranking for reliability, citing interior and engine concerns as two common issues.

85. Honda Ridgeline

Model Years: 2006-2014, 2017-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $502 per year*
When you’re looking at the Honda Ridgeline, Motor Biscuit advises that you avoid the 2017 and 2018 Ridgelines, as they have a lot of problems. These issues include brake and power equipment problems and transmission and fuel system issues. The Ridgeline has a 9/10 on Car and Driver, but it seems, judging from the reviews, that there are some model years to beware of.

Honda Ridgeline @elli_clari/Twitter
Overall, the Ridgeline’s maintenance and repair costs are around $502, with Your Mechanic reporting a range of costs from $79 all the way to $2,223. The average lifespan of the Ridgeline is lengthy, with newer versions meeting the 200,000-mile mark, according to Patterson Truck Stop. 

86. Toyota Tundra

Model Years: 2000-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $606 per year*
Though Toyota is better-known for its smaller cars, the Tundra is a model you shouldn’t forget. The Tundra has a repair cost of $606 per year, which is a full $330 less than the average for full-size trucks. It is also less than the average of $652 for all vehicle models.

Toyota Tundra @MuskegonToyota/Twitter
Toyota has long had a reputation as a reliable brand, and U.S. News describes the Tundra as a “good truck” that “handles well” and has a “well-built interior.” The 2022 Tundra has an MSRP of $35,950, and it gets 18/24 MPG. U.S. News & World Report, Car and Driver, and Edmunds all rated it between 8 and 8.5 out of 10. 

87. Kia Sportage

Model Years: 1993-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $462 per year*
Over the first ten years of its life, the average cost of a Kia Sportage, in terms of maintenance and repair, is $7,873. This is $1,007 less than the industry average for best-selling SUV models. During these ten years, there is a 23.71% chance that your Sportage might need a major repair (so, almost a 1 in 4 probability).

Kia Sportage @kia_cape/Twitter
According to BreakerYard, there are some common problems among Sportages, including stalling engines, brake issues, water and fuel leaks, and issues with the seatbelts and AC. Still, CarBuyer.co said that Kia has a “top-10 score for [its] reliability,” meaning that these faults are “minor glitches.”  

88. Subaru Outback

Model Years: 1994-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $607 per year*
Consumer Reports labeled the Outback as a “smart alternative” to owning an SUV. Though the Outback sat lower than the usual SUV, it was easily able to haul items with the same towing strength. The Outback is one of Subaru’s successes, and the average annual cost for repairs is $607, just a little more expensive than other midsize vehicles (though still lower than the overall class average).

Suburu Outback @subaru_sb/Twitter
CarEdge reports that, for the first ten years, maintenance and repair costs will cost around $8,037, which, overall, is lower than the SUV cost by $843. During this decade, there is a 24% the Outback will need a major repair, something that is, unfortunately 2.47% higher than other, similar vehicles.

89. Buick Enclave

Model Years: 2008-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $720 per year*
RepairPal ranked the Buick Enclave as a 3.0/5 for reliability, putting the vehicle at 24/26 for midsize SUVs. According to Knight Law Group, there are some common issues, as “drivers have reported” their Enclaves shuddering, jerking, and bumping while they’re driving. Also, rough shifting, hesitation, sudden stops, and getting out of gear are other common Enclave issues.

Buick Enclave @MWBuickGMC/Twitter
The repair costs are certainly higher per year than other vehicles in the Enclave’s class, with the SUV costing $720 per year. Midsize SUVs usually cost $573 per year as an industry average, placing the Enclave at nearly $150 more expensive per year.     

90. GMC Acadia

Model Years: 2007-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $734 per year*
The GMC Acadia is another vehicle on this list that boasts less-than-stellar repair ratings. The Acadia has an annual maintenance cost of $734, which is several hundred dollars more expensive than the midsize SUV class. It is also nearly $100 more expensive than the annual average for all vehicles.

GMC Acadia @GMC/Twitter
The Acadia’s first few years went smoothly, according to CoPilot. However, after a few years, issues with the driveshaft became a common ailment. CP advises that, if you’re looking to buy an Acadia, you avoid the 2017 and 2018 years. The MSRP for a new 2022 Acadia (which has a 5/5 on Edmunds) is $34,800.