91. Acura MDX

Model Years: 2001-2020, 2022-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $571 per year*
RepairPal rated the Acura MDX a 4/5, which means that it is second out of fourteen of its fellow luxury SUVs. The average annual repair cost is around $571, which makes the Acura MDX average, as far as ownership costs go. RP found, based on driver reports, that the severity of the repairs needed (i.e. how badly your Acura is messed up) is low, but the frequency is the issues is average.

Acura MDX ©Vitaliy Holovin/Shutterstock
The ten-year average for maintenance and repairs is $9,820, which means that the luxury SUV has a ten-year cost that is $5,640 less than other vehicles in its class. During that time, there is a 28.65% chance the Acura MDX will need a major repair.   

92. Jeep Wrangler

Model Years: 1986-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $694 per year*
The Jeep Wrangler is one of the best-known Jeep models, and the new 2022 Wrangler has an MSRP of under $30,000. The SUV has a rating of 8.6/10 on MotorTrend, and people love the off-roading capabilities of this ultra-rugged vehicle. The Wrangler, according to U.S. News, is a hot-and-cold vehicle.

Jeep Wrangler @EarnhardtDodge/Twitter
In “some respects,” it is a “terrific SUV” and “in others,” it is “awful.” The repair costs per year are nearly $700, making it almost $200 more expensive than other compact SUVs and $22 more expensive than the average for all vehicles. Common issues include transmission recalls, the “Death Wobble,” and a lot of leaks (pinion seal, doors, transfer case, etc.).

93. Ford Explorer

Model Years: 1991-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $732 per year*
Once again, Ford doesn’t exactly wow when it comes to reliability. According to MotorVerso, the Explorer, which is a “famous line” from the American automaker, is a “disappoint[ment]” in various “categories.” Common issues include body and transmission problems, and Explorers often jolt and lunge, making it hard for drivers to engage with the vehicle.

Ford Explorer @HodgAmanda/Twitter
The average maintenance cost is $732 per year, with a $9,017 cost over the first ten years of its life, which is above the average for popular SUVs. The 2022 Explorer seems to be doing a little bit better, and J.D. Power gave it an 81/100 for reliability, placing it firmly in the “Great” category.

94. Chevrolet Traverse

Model Years: 2009-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $656 per year*
For many model years, the Traverse has been plagued by engine issues. This is especially true for the 2010 and 2011 model years of the Chevy crossover. The biggest complaint seems to be engine failure and, as car owners know, an engine replacement is one of the most expensive problems to have.

Chevrolet Traverse @MrVAAuto/Twitter
To replace the Traverse’s engine, you’ll likely pay $5,200. Simply fixing the engine doesn’t seem to do the trick for the Traverse, as a total replacement is often needed. Overall, the cost per year to maintain and fix this G.M. SUV is around $656, which is above the industry average for the Traverse’s vehicle class.

95. Acura RDX

Model Years: 2007-Present
Avg. Repair Costs: $497 per year*
Made by the luxury wing of Honda, the Acura RDX has, for all of its model years, a decent maintenance cost per year ($497). Compared to other luxury SUVs’ cost of $859, the RDX is great. However, there are some model years that you might want to avoid, and MotorBiscuit said you should “never buy” certain RDXs if you “want to avoid significant…costs.”

Acura RDX @HileyAcura/Twitter
CoPilot says you should steer clear of the 2019 Acura RDX, as it has “the most complaints” of all the RDX’s model years. The most common issue drivers experience is “limp mode,” where the RDX loses power while it is accelerating. Stalling is the second-most-common complaint.

96. Infiniti M

Model Years: 1989-1992, 2002-2019
Avg. Repair Costs: $638 per year*
The Infiniti M might not sound like a familiar name to people who are fans of the luxury Nissan brand, but the M got a rename. It is now called the Q70. The Nissan M has had several generations, and its annual maintenance cost is $638, placing it around average for all vehicle classes, both luxury and non-luxury.

Infiniti Q50 @mbcaction / Facebook.com
The Infinity marque has an average reliability rating, as RepairPal placed the brand at 16 out of 32. This rating comes from the average of 345 unique models from the luxury marque, and the M’s annual repair cost is about what is expected for owners in the luxury segment.

97. Lexus CT 200h

Model Years: 2011-2017
Avg. Repair Costs: $386 per year*
The Lexus CT 200h does quite well when it comes to repair costs, costing around $386 per year (compared to an $801 average for all luxury cars). The batteries in this hybrid luxury vehicle generally last between three and five years, though that depends on your driving habits, the weather conditions where you live, and the type of battery.

Lexus CT 200h @LexusiaNews/Twitter
Generally, it costs $4,000-$4,500 to replace the CT 200h’s battery. The lion’s share of this cost comes from the battery itself, which is priced at $3,955. Of all the replacements and repairs, issues with the 200h’s battery are likely to be the priciest.

98. Acura TSX

Model Years: 2004-2014
Avg. Repair Costs: $415 per year*
Honda stopped making the TSX in 2014, and you can usually find these used luxury cars for $13,000-$24,590. As far as reliability goes, RepairPal rated the TSX second out of thirty-two luxury car brands. The TSX has a 4.8/5 on Kelley Blue Book, and its ratings on other sites seem to be equally positive.

Acura TSX @okautosales/Twitter
Annual maintenance and repair costs are around $415 per year for the TSX, making this car pretty cheap to maintain, not just for a luxury vehicle but for a car in general. Your Mechanic ranked the Acura eleventh out of thirty for affordable maintenance costs.

99. Lincoln MKZ

Model Years: 2006-2020
Avg. Repair Costs: $831 per year*
Lincoln ceased production of the MKZ in 2020, switching its focus to newer, more exciting vehicles. The MKZs’ reliability rating on RepairPal is a 3/5, ranking it twentieth out of thirty-two midsize luxury vehicles. The MKZ has above-average maintenance costs, costing around $831 per year.

Lincoln MKZ @CarBuzzcom/Twitter
The last year for the MKZ is one of its worst, with Car and Driver ranking it a 4.5/10, with the review calling the brand “aging.” Lincoln Problems rated it a 14/16 for reliability for all Lincoln models. During the first ten years of its life, there is approximately a 1 in 4 chance that the MKZ will need a major repair.

100. Buick LaCrosse

Model Years: 2005-2019
Avg. Repair Costs: $569 per year*
In America, the Buick LaCrosse was discontinued in 2019, though it is still available in other countries. The LaCrosse’s worst model years are 2008 through 2011, as Motor Verso pointed out that there were “widespread and dangerous” problems with the LaCrosse engines during that time. So, if you’re thinking about a LaCrosse, stay away from those model years.

Buick LaCrosse @spokesnvogues/Facebook
Common issues across all model years include entertainment and GPS issues, ignition switch faults, and seat belt problems. The LaCrosse has an average repair cost of $569, which is about $73 more expensive for midsize vehicles and, conversely, over $100 less expensive for all cars.

101. Subaru Ascent

Model Years: 2022
Avg. Repair Costs: $816 per year*
The Ascent is one of the most popular vehicles from Subaru. According to reports, throughout the first ten years of service, the Ascent will cost $8,160 for repairs and maintenance. That’s around $816 per year. This is below the average for popular SUVs, making the Ascent a good choice for a low-maintenance SUV.

2022 Subaru Ascent @caranddrivermag/Pinterest
According to Car Complaints, when your Ascent does have an issue, it will likely fall into one of three categories: battery drain (2,650 miles), cracked windshield (1,500 miles), and failure to start (15,650 miles). The 2021 Subaru Ascent, because of its durability, is predicted to last anywhere from 200,000 to 250,000 (around a 13 to 17-year lifespan).

102. Toyota Mirai

Model Years: 2022
Avg. Repair Costs: $447 per year*
The Mirai is an interesting vehicle from Toyota. It’s pricier than its competition, as it runs on hydrogen. Its main byproduct is water, making it one of the most eco-friendly cars on this list. The MSRP is around $49,500, and Car and Driver gave the Mirai a 6/10 rating, which is a bit lower than you often see for Toyotas.

2022 Toyota Mirai ©Mike Mareen/Shutterstock
Maintenance costs around $447 per year, though those numbers might change as more and more people buy this new Toyota. HotCars says that the Mirai has “reliability,” as is usual for the Toyota brand, but it has a high price tag that is “hard to justify.”

103. Tesla Model Y

Model Years: 2022
Avg. Repair Costs: $832 per year*
According to Jalopnik, the Tesla Model Y is one of the most expensive vehicles on the market to fix, conspiring its class. It costs $832 per year, on average, to fix, which is about $200 more expensive than other car brands’ average repair cost.

2022 Tesla Model Y ©Evo2Drive/Shutterstock
Teslas also, says Jalopnik, have the third-worst reliability score of all auto brands. The Tesla Model Y has a decent 8/10 rating from Car and Driver, so it is safe to say that the reviews have been mixed. People love this car because it is electric and super-fast, going from 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds. We’ll leave you to be the judge.

104. Tesla Plaid

Model Years: 2022
Avg. Repair Costs: $500-$1,000 per year*
The Tesla Model Plaid became available in 2021, following the much-hyped Tesla June 10th Delivery Event. The car was originally set to cost around $120,000, but the price jumped up by almost $16,000, which people were none too happy about.

2022 Tesla Plaid ©Gestalt Imagery/Shutterstock
This 396-mile-range vehicle is all-electric, as are all Teslas. But, what are the repair costs? The range, judging from reports, appears to be between $500 and $1,000. RepairPal estimates that the costs to repair a Tesla, in general, are around 27% higher than those for gas-powered cars, likely because of the new technology used. As Tesla’s tech becomes more widespread, these repair costs will likely drop.