14 SUVs That Easily Cross 250,000 Miles: Reliability Beyond the Odometer

“When it comes to long-term reliability, not every SUV makes the cut. Some SUVs are built to survive rough roads, extreme weather, and hundreds of thousands of miles while others give up early. In this guide, we break down the 3 key traits that make an SUV truly long-lasting and reveal 14 legendary models known to cross 250,000 miles and beyond without breaking a sweat. If you want durability, confidence, and a machine that stays with you for years, this is the list you need.”

Toyota Land Cruiser

Alright, starting off strong Land Cruiser. Bro, it’s like the Chuck Norris of SUVs. Not flashy, but you see these things in deserts, jungles, parking lots literally anywhere. The V8’s not even trying to impress anyone, but it’ll run even if you treat it badly. Old ones are still knocking around at like 300k, 400k miles, which is nuts. I think new ones are north of $85,000, but used ones? Priceless if you get a good one (and not one wrecked by… you know, questionable mods).

Honda Pilot

So, the Pilot it’s not the sexiest. I mean, it looks like a slightly bigger CRV, and that’s kinda its whole vibe. But, man, these things just don’t quit. The V6 has this weird habit of lasting forever, and the average owner’s not a “Tiresmoke” type, so you see ‘em with 250k easy. New Pilots are like $40k-ish, but honestly, buy used and save the change for snacks, ‘cause it’ll prob last longer than you want it to.

Lexus GX460

Okay, so Lexus. GX460. It’s basically a Land Cruiser in expensive clothes, if you squint. I keep hearing rich aunties brag about how theirs never break down. V8, fancy leather, that kinda lumbering but strong suspension, and if you treat it right, you’ll see stupid-high mileage. But yeah, $60,000 isn’t pocket change, uhm, unless you just found oil or something.

Chevrolet Tahoe

Tahoe big, boxy, and like… everywhere. Not gonna lie, it’s a cop/family/soccer mobile, but GM’s engines just last forever if you chill on the hooning. Saw one for $57k new, but the older ones are bargains if you want American muscle with a dash of comfort. Rust is the enemy… so, you know, check under the carpets before you hand over cash.

Ford Expedition

Expedition’s basically the Ford answer to the Tahoe, and, yeah, same kinda deal. Not the best for tiny parking spaces, but you could move house with one. Turbo V6 in newer ones is weirdly reliable, though I always worry about turbos, but Ford’s sorted that stuff lately. Swear I saw someone’s ’09 with like 320k miles. They start at about $56k, kind of a chunk, but it’s a lot of metal for the money.

Toyota 4Runner

Oh man, if you haven’t seen a 4Runner take abuse, you haven’t lived. Uh, did that come out right? Whatever the V6 just keeps chugging, and you’ll see old 4Runners in the mountains and the suburbs with faded paint, still running. Not cheap anymore, like $45k new, but you could do worse for something that’ll probably outlast three smartphones.

Honda CR-V

Yeah, alright, it’s more a crossover, but whatever, this list needed one. CR-V’s like the friend who always shows up never flashy, always reliable. The 2.4L or turbo 1.5 tend to just… work, and people run them to like 300k miles. New ones are around $33k, kinda wallet-friendly. If you want zero drama, go CR-V.

Subaru Outback

Outback feels like a “mountain uncle” car, you know? Boxer engine yeah, that’s different, and needs love, but keep the oil changed and it just won’t die. Honestly, I see old Subies full of camping gear, dog hair, and still cruising. I think they’re about $32k new, and for adventure vibes, that’s a steal.

GMC Yukon

Yukon’s like Tahoe’s fancier cousin. Chrome everywhere, V8, and I mean, if you don’t mess with it (lift it to Mars, or whatever), it’ll keep going. Price is high, like $60k+, but you get the mileage, the comfort, and a backseat you could nap in for a week. Not very subtle, but yeah.

Nissan Armada

Armada doesn’t get enough love. It’s big, V8, plush seats, and honestly, the reliability is criminally underrated. I drove one for a week felt unstoppable. Looks like a rolling tank and, um, they’re about $55k, so not cheap, but solid value if you want something different that’ll outlast your patience.

Lexus LX570

Honestly, the LX570 is for that person who wants the last SUV on earth. All the fancy stuff, Land Cruiser DNA, and, man, owners brag about passing 250k like it’s nothing. You’ll need to shell out serious cash, $90k+, but that’s the price of invincibility, I guess.