10 Cars Mechanics Say Can Easily Cross 200,000 Miles

These 10 cars are the ones mechanics trust the most when it comes to long term durability. With strong engines, proven reliability, and low maintenance issues, these models often push far beyond 200,000 miles when properly cared for making them some of the most dependable choices on the road.

Toyota Camry

Oh man, the Camry. I feel like this is the one everyone says, you know? It’s just… it’s the default. It’s not exciting, but it’s so, so reliable. Like, your aunt probably has one. It just does its job, year after year, no drama. I mean, the four-cylinder engines are basically indestructible, and the maintenance is cheap. Uhm, what else… oh, they’re everywhere, so parts are easy to find. You can find a decent used one for, I don’t know, maybe $8,000 to $12,000? It’s the car you buy when you don’t want to think about your car anymore.

Honda Accord

Right, so next to the Camry, you’ve gotta have the Accord. It’s like its friendly rival. Honestly, it’s almost the same story super dependable, great on gas, and they just feel solid. The V6 ones are quick, too, which is a nice bonus. But honestly, the four-cylinder is the one that’ll probably outlive us all. I saw one with 300,000 miles on it once, and the guy said he’d only done basic stuff. Crazy. Price-wise, similar to the Camry, maybe a tiny bit more? Let’s say $9,000 to $14,000 for a good one.

Toyota Prius

Okay, the Prius. I know, I know, it’s not exactly… cool. But you cannot argue with the results. Those hybrid batteries, they’re way more robust than people think. The thing sips gas, and there’s just not that much to break in the engine because it’s assisted by the electric motor so much. It’s like the automotive equivalent of a tortoise slow and steady wins the race. And they’re not cheap new, but a used one… hmm, maybe $10,000 to $16,000? Honestly, if you commute a lot, it’s a genius buy.

Ford F-150

Switching gears to trucks literally. The F-150, specifically with the… what is it… the 4.6L or the 5.0L V8s. Those things are workhorses. I mean, America runs on these trucks for a reason. They’re built for punishment. The cabs are huge, you can haul anything, and the drivetrain is just simple and tough. Not the best on gas, but if you need a truck, this is the one that’ll be there. A used one that’s not totally beaten up… uhm, prices are all over, but maybe $15,000 to $25,000? Trucks hold their value stupidly well.

Honda Civic

Back to cars, the Civic. It’s like the Accord’s little brother. Smaller, more nimble, but just as reliable. I learned to drive in one, I think everyone did. They’re so easy to drive and so cheap to run. The engines are tiny but they love to rev, and they just don’t quit. You see them with insane mileage all the time. A good used one is a steal probably like $7,000 to $11,000. It’s the perfect first car, or last car, or only car.

Toyota 4Runner

Oh, the 4Runner. This is the one you buy if you think the apocalypse is coming. Seriously, these SUVs are legendary. Body-on-frame, real truck stuff. They feel like they’re carved from a single piece of granite. The V6 is fantastic, and they hold their value so well it’s almost funny. Like, a five-year-old one costs nearly what a new one did. So a used one… uhm, good luck finding a cheap one. Maybe $20,000 to $35,000? But you’ll probably sell it for the same price in five years.

Lexus ES 350

Okay, so this is just a fancy Camry. And I mean that in the best way possible. It’s all the Toyota reliability but wrapped in a much quieter, plusher, comfier package. It’s like driving your living room couch. The 3.5L V6 is smooth and powerful and will run forever with basic oil changes. It’s not a sports car, it’s a… a serenity machine. A used one is a way smarter buy than a new luxury car, honestly. Probably $12,000 to $18,000 for a nice one.

Subaru Outback

The Outback! For people who… I don’t know, like dogs and hiking? It’s a stereotype but it’s true. The all-wheel-drive is great if you see snow, and they have so much space inside. The boxer engines are a little different, but the non-turbo ones are really solid if you keep up with the head gaskets wait, that’s the older ones. Newer ones are better. They just feel sturdy and capable. A used one… hmm, maybe $14,000 to $22,000? They’re not the cheapest, but they’re unique.

Toyota Avalon

People sleep on the Avalon. It’s bigger, smoother, even more comfortable. It’s what your grandpa drives and he’s got 250,000 miles on it and it’s still silent inside. Seriously, they’re so quiet. Same legendary reliability, just with more legroom. And because it’s not as “cool” as a Lexus, you can find them for a really good price. I’m thinking $11,000 to $17,000. Such an underrated car.

Chevrolet Suburban

Last one, the Suburban. Or the Tahoe, same thing basically. These are massive, but if you need to haul a soccer team and a boat, nothing else will do. The V8 engines, especially the LS-based ones, are fantastic. They’re simple, powerful, and can go forever. The fuel bill will be terrifying, but the truck itself will outlast your mortgage. A used one… they’re not cheap, but for what they are… maybe $18,000 to $30,000? It’s a commitment, but it’s a commitment that pays you back in longevity.