Road Ethos

The Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz both score 66 out of 100 on reliability, but the Santa Cruz has issued 11 recalls against the Maverick’s 69. Here’s the full picture. Hyundai Santa Cruz Hyundai Get Road Ethos in your Google feed The Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz created a new kind of pickup when they arrived for 2022: small, unibody trucks that drive like crossovers but carry a bed for weekend projects.

Get Road Ethos in your Google feed Mazda took an unusual path when it developed its Skyactiv engines. While most automakers turned to small turbocharged engines to boost efficiency, Mazda focused on refining the naturally aspirated four-cylinder, using high compression and careful engineering to squeeze out more power and better fuel economy. The 2.5-liter Skyactiv has powered the CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-30, and it has helped give Mazda one of the strongest reliability records in the industry.

The X5 brings a 375-hp inline-six and benchmark handling. Genesis answers with a lavish cabin, a 10-year warranty, a $14,176 lower price and $10,351 less in depreciation. 2026 Genesis GV80 & 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe | Prestige Black Genesis Get Road Ethos in your Google feed The BMW X5 has long been the default choice for buyers who want a midsize luxury SUV that drives like a sports sedan.

Get Road Ethos in your Google feed The Mazda CX-5 has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable compact SUVs on the road, and its upscale cabin and sharp handling make it a favorite on the used market. Its record isn’t spotless across every year, though. A few early model years drew heavy complaint loads, while later years have some of the cleanest records in the class. We compared owner complaint and recall records to find the CX-5s worth buying, and the ones to avoid.

The Sonata brings bold styling, a 10-year warranty and a lower price. Toyota answers with a standard 51-mpg hybrid, more power and resale that saves $4,429 over five years. 2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade Toyota Get Road Ethos in your Google feed The midsize sedan class has fewer players than it used to, but the cars that remain are better than ever, and these two make a compelling pair.

Get Road Ethos in your Google feed The point of a recall is that the repair repairs it. That is the entire premise, and it is the thing federal regulators are now openly questioning on one of the largest campaigns General Motors has run this decade. Nearly a million trucks and sport utility vehicles are under investigation, not because owners ignored the recall, but because they complied with it and their engines failed anyway.

The Canyon brings 430 lb-ft of torque, more towing and upscale trims. Nissan answers with a $5,005 lower price, a simple V6, better mileage and a stronger reliability score. 2026 Nissan Frontier Pro 4X Nissan Get Road Ethos in your Google feed Midsize truck buyers can choose between very different philosophies, and these two show the range. The GMC Canyon is the premium option, with a powerful turbocharged engine, upscale cabins and the rugged AT4X at the top of the lineup.

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Get Road Ethos in your Google feed Full-size luxury SUVs are some of the most expensive vehicles families buy, often costing $80,000 to well over $100,000, and they’re loaded with air suspensions, giant screens and complex electronics. That makes reliability especially important, because a single repair can run into the thousands. The results in this class are surprising. Some of the most prestigious names trail well behind, while a Toyota leads the pack.

The Defender X-Dynamic SE brings 395 hp, air suspension and extreme off-road angles. Lexus answers with 479 lb-ft of torque, more towing, a lower price and a far stronger reliability record. 2027 Lexus GX Overtrail Lexus Get Road Ethos in your Google feed Luxury off-roaders have become one of the most exciting corners of the SUV market, and these two are among the most capable you can buy for well under $80,000.