Modern cars are way more reliable than their predecessors, but that doesn't mean they're immune to the odd hiccup as they age.
Don't fret – these 10 SUVs will deliver years of hassle-free motoring, thanks to their proven track records and generous warranty cover. They're also impressively practical and stuffed with family-friendly features to make all those miles as easy as possible.
Here are the 10 best reliable SUVs. Most are available as great-value nearly new and used cars from Motorpoint.
Toyota C-HR
Toyota is arguably the gold standard for reliability. That makes the Toyota C-HR a great choice if you need a small family SUV that won't let you down. It gets lots of sensible stuff right, but the C-HR also appeals to your senses with dramatic styling. Toyota's hybrid engines are legendarily robust and offer a little more poke than you might expect, especially if you pick a 2.0-litre model. Plus, the C-HR automatically qualifies for Toyota's 10-year service activated warranty if you use the company's own service centres.
Search used Toyota C-HR cars for sale or read our Toyota C-HR review.
Kia Sportage
For years, Kia's seven-year warranty was one of its key USPs. However, cars like the Kia Sportage prove the brand can add 'desirable', 'practical' and even 'entertaining' to that list of plus points. Whether you go for the latest model or its predecessor, you're getting a super-spacious, easy-driving car that's packed with equipment. What's more, Kia's warranty is transferrable between owners, so buyers of nearly new Sportages still benefit from years of factory coverage. Check out the upcoming facelifted Kia Sportage.
Take a look at used Kia Sportage cars or read our Kia Sportage review
Honda HR-V
Like Toyota, Honda has earned a reputation for building cars that keep going for many years with just regular maintenance. The HR-V is the smallest SUV in the brand's lineup, but it's still an excellent choice for families. There's enough space in the back for bulky child seats, and enough capacity in the boot for a pushchair and a few extra bags. Best of all, however, is the smooth hybrid setup, which delivers rapid off-the-line response from the electric motor, backed up by excellent economy when the engine kicks in.
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Lexus UX
The UX isn't exactly the newest member of the Lexus SUV family, but it still has all the hallmarks you'd expect from Toyota's posh brand. Build quality is absolutely immaculate and, while the materials don't feel quite as contemporary as those found in German rivals, they still feel suitably premium. Even better are the steep discounts available on used UX cars, so you can get into one for less than an equivalent BMW X1 or Audi Q3. It's covered by Lexus' excellent 10-year service-activated warranty too, for extra peace of mind.
Shop used Lexus UX cars or read our Lexus UX review
Lexus NX
The Lexus NX competes in a fiercely fought segment that includes the BMW X3, Mercedes GLC and Audi Q5. Side-by-side against those rivals, the NX might not be the obvious pick either. It's not quite as fast as those cars, and lacks the sporty or luxurious edge you'll find in the BMW or the Mercedes respectively. However, there's a reason so many buyers stick with Lexus once they've tried one – these cars will cover hundreds of thousands of miles with nothing more than regular maintenance. What's more, most NXes come with full-hybrid petrol engines that return excellent economy in city driving without the need to plug in.
Check out used Lexus NX cars or read our Lexus NX review
Hyundai Tucson
The Hyundai Tucson is built from most of the same stuff as the Kia Sportage above, and that's a very good thing. That means you get the same tough mechanical parts and reliable engines, but with the Tucson offering its own unique spin on the recipe. Like its Kia cousin, the Tucson has eye-catching looks and a surprisingly premium cabin and, on the road, feels almost indistinguishable – save for a fraction more compliance over big bumps. Hyundai's five-year warranty isn't quite as long as Kia's but it's still a big jump over the industry standard, and there's no mileage limit.
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MG ZS
The old MG ZS was great value and well equipped but that was about it. This new model is a dramatic improvement in almost every way, with neater styling, more space and better software. Under the bonnet is the brand's excellent 1.5-litre full-hybrid engine, which means zippy urban acceleration, excellent economy and hushed refinement. Despite the wholesale improvements, the ZS still manages to undercut most direct rivals on price. Plus, you have the reassurance of MG's seven-year factory warranty.
View used MG ZS cars for sale or read our old MG ZS review
Skoda Karoq
Of all the Volkswagen-Group brands, it's no-nonsense Skoda that tends to perform best in reliability surveys. And, even among all the talented cars in the Czech company's lineup, the Skoda Karoq stands as one of the best. It takes up scarcely any more space on the road than a hatchback like the Ford Focus, but it has a enormous cave for a cabin with enough space for lofty adults in every seat and a boot that'll swallow even the porkiest of pooches. Plus, using parts from lots of other VW-Groups brands means replacements are readily available.
Check out used Skoda Karoq cars or read our Skoda Karoq review
Mini Countryman
Older 'new' Minis don't enjoy a great reputation for longevity, but the brand's scores have substantially improved across several more recent reliability surveys. It's great news that newer models like the Mini Countryman are so durable because you can enjoy their laundry list of talents for even longer. You get enough space for a small family, top-drawer build quality, quirky styling, and a well-rounded but distinctly sporty driving experience that turns every trip into an occasion. The latest model is now offered with either petrol, plug-in-hybrid or full-electric power.
Find used Mini Countryman cars or read our Mini Countryman review
Toyota RAV4
If the C-HR is a little soft and you'd prefer an SUV with a squarer jawline, check out the Toyota RAV4. This tough SUV is a better choice too, if you regularly carry rear passengers or bulky cargo thanks to its larger, more spacious body. It's a little pricy compared to some rivals, but that's because values on the used market remain stubbornly high thanks to the car's excellent reliability reputation – backed by Toyota's warranty that offers up to 10 years' coverage. Don't dismiss the 2.5-litre hybrid engine as some tree-hugging slow-poke, either, because the strong electric motor does most of the low-speed driving, giving you EV-like grunt and responsiveness.
See used Toyota RAV4 cars or read our Toyota RAV4 review
Big savings on solid SUVs
Motorpoint has a huge selection of nearly new and used SUVs for sale, with thousands off the factory list price. For more tempting options, check out our picks for the best seven-seat SUVs.
