Most Reliable Cars of 2020
Everyone depends on their car to be reliable, but this key factor decreases as vehicles age. If you’re looking to increase your reliability factor, then it helps to know which new cars make the cut so you don’t need the help of California lemon law attorneys. Skip the junk models riddled with recalls waiting to happen and head straight for these top picks in 2020.
Toyota Prius
The Prius continues to be a top pick year after year, and 2020’s model is no exception. Not only is the revamped look a major upgrade, the mileage and affordable price tag have always been top appeals for this model.
The technology inside the 2020 Prius is impressive. Driver assistance technology, convenience, and a massive touch screen all come into play. You’re also getting a hybrid, helping reduce your carbon footprint. If that’s not enough, Toyota even added Apple CarPlay to the bundle.
Getting back to the reliability factor, you’re looking at a 25-mile electric range with 55mpg city/53 mpg highway and a 640-mile drive range for the gas tank. While the battery does need replaced after so many years, the savings in gas pay for the repair in no time.
Hyundai Elantra
Coming in at around $5,000 cheaper than the Prius for the base models, the Elantra is the main rival to Honda’s Civic and Toyota’s Corolla. You can expect all the same technology from wireless phone charging to touchscreens and Bluetooth compatibility, too, but you do have to add those on.
With a simple 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, 2019’s Elantra gains an impressive 35mpg combined rating from the EPA. That’s with 147 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque. Choose the sport model and you can upgrade to a 1.6-liter turbo engine. The best part about this car is the low cost of maintenance, ensuring it’s ready when you need it.
Lexus GS
If luxury is more your style, then the 2020 Lexus GS is right up your alley. Beneath the beautiful grill and body rests a car that lives up to its predecessors’ dependability. Even with features crammed into every possible space, you don’t have to worry about mechanical or electrical issues occurring for a long time to come.
While the price point starts at just a hair above $51,000, keep in mind that you’re paying for comfort as well as reliability. If staying sane during your commute is easier to achieve with plush leather seats and a plethora of convenience features, then you can rely on that with the GS too.
Lexus NX
With the NX, entry-level luxury combines with a splash of utility. You’ll find the same refinement, style, and tech Lexus owners have come to expect, but all wrapped up into a more affordable package that happens to be more spacious than the UX model.
With the base model, you get a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a 235-horsepower rating, front-wheel drive, and a six-speed automatic transmission. Upgrade to an all-wheel drive or a hybrid model if you wish, but make sure to take advantage of the top-notch tech and quality build of this ride.
