Martin Binnee, operations director at WSG stressed the RAV4 was ideal for those looking for “long-term dependability” in their next second hand used car.
Martin said: “The data shows that after 25 years on the road, the Toyota RAV4 remains a benchmark for reliability in the SUV market. It’s clear that Toyota’s continued focus on build quality is paying off.”
“In a crowded market where many models are struggling with high failure rates and expensive repairs, the RAV4 stands out as a smart choice for drivers looking for long-term dependability. These insights are invaluable for motorists weighing up which SUV truly delivers beyond the showroom.”
The RAV4 was previously praised by WhatCar’s? Reliability Survey with the model scoring a stunning 98.8% in the highly-regarded report. WhatCar? stressed that the RAV4 put in an “almost faultless performance”, explaining that just 2% of owners had previously reported issues with their vehicles.
The Ford Puma was next on WSG’s rundown of most reliable SUVs with the popular American-built design holding a claim rate of just 10,48%. Volvo’s XC40 was third with just 10.65% of owners making a claim, followed by the Dacia Duster, which stood on 13.33%.
The BMW X3 came seventh in the list, with analysis showing that 1790% of owners had made claims on their model. The Land Rover Defender rounded out the top 10 with one-fifth of owners having made a claim against their policy (20.34%).
Binnee added: “Our findings suggest that while many SUVs are marketed for their rugged appeal and family practicality, owners should be prepared for a range of reliability challenges, particularly as vehicles age.”
Top 10 most reliable SUVs – full list with claim rate
- Toyota RAV4 – 9.68%
- Ford Puma – 10.48%
- Volvo XC40 – 10.65%
- Dacia Duster 13.33%
- Skoda Karoq – 13.61%
- Kia Sportage – 15.35%
- BMW X3 17.90%
- Nissan Qashqai – 18.58%
- Citroen C5 – 19.40%
- Land Rover Defender – 20.34%
