Consumer Reports Says These Toyota Cars Are The Most Reliable

When you take even a cursory glance at Consumer Reports' (CR) list of the most reliable vehicles, you notice something immediately. A disproportionate number of them have the same manufacturer — Toyota. Not surprisingly, the Japanese carmaker enjoys a longstanding reputation for producing well-crafted vehicles that often outlast their competitors. But which current vehicles with the Toyota badge are the best of the best? 

Our list begins with the highest-rated Toyota based on reliability and proceeds in descending order. You'll find small and mid-size sedans alongside a truck, SUVs, a hatchback, and a sports car. Both gas-powered vehicles and hybrids made the cut while fuel-efficient 4-liter engines, often fitted with a turbocharger, dominate. All-wheel drive is also common, becoming standard for some models. Whichever vehicle you choose from the list, it will come with an array of Toyota's safety features and a generous warranty.

CR expects the powertrain, suspension, steering, brakes, and climate system in the Cross to be highly dependable. There's a 2-liter 4-cylinder engine under the hood producing 169 horsepower. The standard configuration is front-wheel drive with all-wheel drive as an option. The Cross is also easy on gas, delivering 28 mpg for CR during testing. 

Drivers at CR found the suspension system handled routine uneven road surfaces well. The vehicle also had no trouble during the accident avoidance run, which tests how well a car can be steered clear of obstacles in the road. The braking system receives assistance from standard safety features, such as automatic emergency braking. The Cross, which hasn't undergone any major mechanical alterations for 2026, according to Car and Driver (C&D), is expected to offer the same dependability as its predecessors. And it helps that the Corolla has a long history of Toyota reliability, with a warrenty for three years or 36,000 miles.

CR gave the Crown high marks in every category of dependability, with an owner writing on Edmunds that the 2026 Crown surpassed expectations for its build quality.​ The vehicle is only available as a hybrid with the base and mid-level models housing a 4-cylinder engine. In testing, the Crown went from 0 to 60 mph in a respectable 8 seconds. But CR test drivers said it felt even faster.

C&D says the Platinum upgrade elevates the Crown into the realm of luxury mid-size cars. C&D was impressed by how this vehicle evokes the feel of more expensive vehicles, and a two-year owner of the 2024 model was happy with the car's reliability, sharing on Edmunds that the Platinum trim was worth the expense.

The Crown Signia enjoys the same attention to detail that Toyota put into the Crown. After all, the two vehicles are built upon the same platform. The key difference between the two is that the Crown is a sedan, while the Signia has the more conventional shape and size of a true SUV. One CR tester found the Signia to be notches above a Camry and able to match Lexus, Toyota's luxury badge, in build quality.

That build quality helps explain how an owner, via Autoblog, recorded over 150,000 miles with his 2025 Signia in less than a year with no issues. Given the history of Toyota's reliability, and the driver's determination to observe good maintenance habits, it's not surprising that the SUV has delivered.

The RAV4 Hybrid scores slightly higher with CR for reliability than the traditional best-selling internal combustion engine RAV4. The hybrid impressed CR testers with its relatively quiet engine when accelerating. Less noise coming from underneath the hood is typically an indication that the engine isn't under great strain, which translates to a possibly longer engine life.

​Just as the original RAV4 was the introduction for many drivers to small SUVs with good handling and responsiveness, the hybrid edition is a good starting place for people curious about cars that use renewable energy. The Road Beat describes the RAV4 Hybrid as a cure for people who want to embrace electric vehicles but are afraid of fully electric ones.

The Plug-in Hybrid version of the RAV4, previously named Prime, shares engines with the regular hybrid, so it also gets credit for offering an SUV with a respectable amount of power without the usual noise that hybrids produce during demanding acceleration periods. CR testers found that they could remain on battery power for around 40 miles, while Edmunds got even better results with 48 miles. 

The Plug-in Hybrid is standard with all-wheel drive, which predictably lowers gas efficiency, but it still managed an impressive 34 mpg for CR. If you have access to a 240-volt outlet, you can fully charge the vehicle in 2.5 hours according to CR. Edmunds reports 4.5 hours with a 240-volt outlet, or 12 hours with a 120-volt outlet. This PHEV receives excellent customer reviews on Edmunds for a number of features, including its acceleration. The reliability of the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid is backed by a hybrid parts warranty of 10 years or 150,000 miles. The basic warranty for the vehicle is for 3 years or 36,000 miles. ​

Two areas where CR applauds the Corolla for its reliability are the suspension and the steering. CR test drivers noted how well the sedan's suspension absorbs bumps, while the upgraded SE and XSE trims provide even smoother rides due to upgraded suspensions and larger tires. C&D preferred the SE.

Despite being an entry-level vehicle, the Corolla is kitted out with Toyota's safety suite as standard equipment, which includes blind spot warning and rear cross traffic warning. ​MotorTrend was impressed that this economy car handles so well and comes with a full slate of Toyota safety features. Reliability is a core component of value, and MT gives the Corolla a very high score for value.​

The RAV4 set the standard for how to construct an SUV that any driver could control because it drove like a car. The SUV market is far more crowded today with no shortage of rivals, but the RAV4 still manages to hold its own by scoring extremely well on CR's reliability scale.​ Toyota boosted the engine power for the 2025 model year, making the RAV4 quick to respond. But the increased speed didn't turn the fuel-burning engine into a gas guzzler. It got 27 mpg during CR's testing. 

After decades on the market, the RAV4 continues to satisfy owners. In CR's owner survey, the majority reported that they would purchase the RAV4 again. The vehicle is also one of Edmunds' favorite small SUVs, ranking No. 3 among 18 small SUVs. The RAV4's comfort and practicality explain its popularity, with Edmund's claiming that the 2025 RAV4 was the best version thus far. ​However, 2025 became the last year Toyota made combustion engine RAV4s. Beginning in 2026, all models of the RAV4 are now hybrids.​

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma enjoys a high resale value. The Tacoma excels as an off-road vehicle. For example, it had no trouble conquering CR's rock climbing test. If you have similar ideas for using your Tacoma, CR recommends opting for the 4-wheel drive version. But if you plan to use your truck primarily for city and highway driving, consider getting the SR5 trim for a smoother commuting experience. Toyota backs its truck with a drivetrain warranty of five years or 60,000 miles.

​For the second consecutive year, the Tacoma won the Truck of Texas award given by the Texas Auto Writers Association. The honor is notable for a couple of reasons. First, the Tacoma was competing not only against other mid-size trucks but also against full-size trucks. And second, Tacoma became the only mid-size truck to win the award twice in the association's 32-year history.

The Corolla Hatchback is a price-conscious way to get more cargo room while staying within budget. If fuel efficiency is a concern for you, note that the Corolla Hatchback recorded 36 mpg during testing. CR predicts that owners will be especially pleased with the small car's handling and acceleration. CR's test drivers thought the car handled itself well in turns. They also praised its steering as precise. The vehicle comes with enough standard features, including Toyota's Safety Sense 3.0, that CR recommends choosing the base trim for the best value.

​True Car describes the hatchback's standard ride as stress-free, and owners gave the car an overall 4.5 out of 5 stars, with the highest marks going to performance and safety technology. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration awarded the hatchback 5 out of 5 stars in an overall safety rating.

As the name implies, the Grand Highlander Hybrid offers even more room than the regular Highlander Hybrid. A tall reviewer at Autoblog found all three rows of seating to be accommodating despite his height. 

The vehicle offers a soft ride, dulling the jolt from average-sized bumps while navigating typical turns well at everyday speeds. CR's owner survey indicates that nearly three-quarters of owners would purchase the Grand Highlander Hybrid again. ​Autoblog says the Grand Highlander wraps families in quiet comfort and gives them easy-to-use technology such as wireless Apple CarPlay. A reviewer applauded the way the Grand Highlander dampens noise from the road and from the wind. Overall, he found the vehicle a comfy solution for big families.

CR likes the 2026 Toyota Highlander well enough to place it at No. 4 among 20 mid-size SUVs. Several changes took place for the 2026 model year. For starters, all-wheel drive is now standard, and the V6 engine was replaced by a turbocharged 4-cylinder. Look for the engine to deliver approximately 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.​

MT describes the Highlander as having predictable Toyota long-term dependability. Helping preserve the car is Toyota's array of driver-assist safety features that come standard, including blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert. The base trim, XLE, has enough amenities to make upgrading unnecessary for most people. A power liftgate, moonroof, and keyless entry are all standard.

The Prius was listed as the sixth-best vehicle among all sedans and hatchbacks on CR's list. In its current configuration, its engine can deliver up to 196 horsepower while using only a gallon of gas for every 51 miles, as measured by CR using the all-wheel version of the vehicle. Expect to spend even less time at the gas pumps if you choose the front-wheel drive version.

Machines With Souls notes that Toyota did an excellent job getting the gas engine and the electric battery to play well together. When the gas engine is needed, it comes online smoothly. Machines With Souls even went so far in its praise for the car's steering to compare it favorably to that of a sports sedan. But unlike most sporty vehicles, the Prius doesn't cost owners that much over time.

The Toyota GR86 is one of the few vehicles that offer the option of a manual transmission. That's just one indication that this car is designed for drivers, not necessarily passengers. The 2.4-liter Subaru engine delivers 228 horsepower, more than enough to propel this lightweight sports car quickly down the road. Toyota installed a suspension system designed to keep the GR86 safely on the road and hugging curves tightly. However, it's not the kind of suspension intended for taking the family on a Sunday drive. CR loved the finely tuned steering that made driving the car on a race track fun.

J.D. Power also took the car to the track and found it one of the most fun cars available, thanks in part to its quick responsiveness. Toyota backs its sports car with its same 5-year 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. When the warranty is still in effect, it can make finding a GR86 on the resale market a potential bargain.