Lexus demonstrated the highest reliability indicator among all manufacturers — 98 points out of a possible 100. The next steps were shared by Suzuki and Subaru, which scored 93 points each. The fourth position with a result of 91 points was taken by Toyota. The Spanish CUPRA also has the same number of points, becoming the only major European brand in the top five.

Rating of the ten most reliable brands in Europe:

  1. Lexus – 98 points

  2. Suzuki – 93

  3. Subaru – 93

  4. Toyota – 91

  5. CUPRA – 91

  6. Kia

  7. Mazda

  8. Hyundai

  9. Honda

  10. Smart

European manufacturers are weakly represented in this list. Only CUPRA and Smart represent Europe, while the remaining positions are occupied by Asian companies — mostly Japanese and South Korean.

The worst reliability indicator was recorded for Land Rover — only 64 points. Citroën, Peugeot, and Opel also ended up among the outsiders.

What influences the choice of a car in Europe the most?

For 39% of respondents, reliability is the main criterion. Next in priorities are engine volume and type (16%), as well as fuel consumption, price, fuel system, design, and brand prestige.

Models with the highest reliability level according to OCU data:

  • Fiat Panda (since 2012)

  • Suzuki Ignis (since 2017)

  • Lexus NX (2014–2021)

  • Tesla Model Y (since 2021)

  • BMW i3 (2014–2023)

  • Ford Kuga (since 2019)

  • Mitsubishi Outlander (2013–2022)

  • Audi A8 (since 2018, petrol)

  • Volkswagen T-Cross (since 2018)

  • Mazda CX-5 (since 2017)

  • Suzuki S-Cross/SX4 (2013–2021)

  • Audi Q5 (since 2016, diesel)

  • BMW 2 Series (2013–2021, diesel)

A separate conclusion of the study concerns HEV-type hybrids, where the battery is charged from the internal combustion engine while driving: such cars demonstrate the lowest frequency of breakdowns.