Most Reliable Vehicle Manufacturers by Age and Mileage
Based on over 65,000 records from our nationwide vehicle recycling service, we've analyzed the lifespan patterns of different vehicle manufacturers. This comprehensive study reveals fascinating insights about how long different brands last and their typical mileage at end-of-life.
Top Performers Overview
Longest-Lasting Brand
Plymouth
27.7 years average lifespan
Highest Mileage Brand
Honda
180,346 miles average
Most Reliable Models
Japanese Brands
Honda, Toyota leading
Manufacturer Rankings
1
Honda
21.4 years
2
Toyota
21.3 years
3
Ford
20.7 years
Compare Manufacturers
Detailed Manufacturer Analysis
Japanese Manufacturers
Honda
21.4 years
180,346 miles
Toyota
21.3 years
181,089 miles
Nissan
18.2 years
158,632 miles
Lexus
22.5 years
175,370 miles
Acura
20.6 years
180,161 miles
American Manufacturers
Ford
20.7 years
162,917 miles
Chevrolet
19.8 years
159,196 miles
Chrysler
18.8 years
150,497 miles
GMC
21.0 years
175,070 miles
Cadillac
21.5 years
141,908 miles
European Manufacturers
Mercedes-Benz
21.8 years
153,806 miles
BMW
19.8 years
148,956 miles
Volkswagen
18.3 years
146,932 miles
Volvo
20.8 years
156,523 miles
Audi
17.8 years
143,931 miles
Key Findings
Longevity Leaders
Japanese manufacturers Honda and Toyota consistently show the highest mileage at end-of-life, with averages exceeding 180,000 miles.
Age vs. Mileage
While some older brands like Plymouth show high average ages (27.7 years), they often have lower mileage totals, suggesting less regular use.
Modern Trends
Newer manufacturers like Kia and Hyundai show lower average ages but competitive mileage totals, indicating improving reliability.