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What Car? reliability study ranks most and least dependable vehicles
The What Car? 2026 reliability survey, based on feedback from nearly 40,000 vehicle owners, has identified the most and least reliable car models across 225 tested vehicles.
The Mini Countryman (2024 onwards) and the Suzuki Swift (2017-2024) shared the top spot, both achieving perfect 100% reliability scores. Other high-performing models included the Toyota Aygo X, BMW 4 Series Coupé and Convertible, and the Mini hatchback.
Conversely, the Volkswagen Tiguan (2024 onwards) was ranked as the least reliable model with a score of 55.3%. The Renault Arkana (2018-2025) and Mercedes GLE also appeared among the least reliable. The Jaecoo 7, a Chinese SUV, was noted as the only newer Asian brand in the bottom ten, facing issues with electrical and infotainment systems.