Oct 11, 2026

27 Longest-Lasting Cars of 2026 — Here's How Much They Cost

Written by Heather Taylor
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27 Longest-Lasting Cars of 2026 — Here's How Much They Cost

Longevity, along with reliability and affordability, matters when it comes to owning a car.

For those on the hunt for a long-lasting auto, a new study from iSeeCars has named 27 cars among the most dependable of 2026.

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The Toyota Sequoia sailed into first place with a 42.3% likelihood of lasting 250,000-plus miles. Rounding out the top six ranking cars with a 25% chance or higher of hitting the 250k mile mark while out on the road: the Lexus LS, Toyota 4Runner, Lexus RX (Hybrid), Toyota Tundra and Toyota Tacoma.

We also referenced Kelley Blue Book (KBB) to determine the starting prices of each ranking car. And while a few are exceptionally expensive, 19 models are typically priced for under $50,000.

Here are the 27 longest-lasting cars of 2026.

  • Starting Price: $67,120

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 42.3%

  • Compared to average: 7.9x

  • Starting Price: $99,280

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 38.8%

  • Compared to average: 7.2x

  • Starting Price: $43,565

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 33.1%

  • Compared to average: 6.2x

  • Starting Price: $51,975

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 28.9%

  • Compared to average: 5.4x

  • Starting Price: $43,355

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 28.2%

  • Compared to average: 5.3x

  • Starting Price: $34,040

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 25%

  • Compared to average: 4.6x

  • Starting Price: $67,735

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 23.3%

  • Compared to average: 4.3x

  • Starting Price: $24,400 (2022 model)

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 23.2%

  • Compared to average: 4.3x

  • Starting Price: $49,115

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 20.7%

  • Compared to average: 3.8x

  • Starting Price: $34,990

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 18.5%

  • Compared to average: 3.4x

  • Starting Price: $28,050

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 17.6%

  • Compared to average: 3.3x

  • Starting Price: $46,795

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 17.5%

  • Compared to average: 3.3x

  • Starting Price: $25,600 (2022 model)

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 17.4%

  • Compared to average: 3.2x

  • Starting Price: $155,050

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 17.3%

  • Compared to average: 3.2x

  • Starting Price: $25,890

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 15%

  • Compared to average: 2.8x

  • Starting Price: $43,690

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 14.3%

  • Compared to average: 2.7x

  • Starting Price: $42,290

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 13.7%

  • Compared to average: 2.6x

  • Starting Price: $27,895 (sourced via Edmunds)

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles:

  • Compared to average: 2.5x

  • Starting Price: $53,250

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 13.1%

  • Compared to average: 2.4x

  • Starting Price: $51,975

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 12.8%

  • Compared to average: 2.4x

  • Starting Price: $32,370

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 12.7%

  • Compared to average: 2.4x

  • Starting Price: $20,900 (2022 model)

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 12.4%

  • Compared to average: 2.3x

  • Starting Price: $47,365

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 12.3%

  • Compared to average: 2.3x

  • Starting Price: $66,995

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 11.6%

  • Compared to average: 2.2x

  • Starting Price: $30,050

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 11.5%

  • Compared to average: 2.1x

  • Starting Price: $25,300 (2024 model)

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 11.5%

  • Compared to average: 2.1x

  • Starting Price: $44,245

  • Chance of lasting 250,000-plus miles: 10.7%

  • Compared to average: 2.0x

Editor’s note: Photos are for representational purposes only and might not reflect the exact year, make or model of the vehicle(s) listed in this article.

This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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