Choosing the right electric vehicle is about more than just reducing your carbon footprint. Reliability is a crucial factor, particularly as the cost of repairing an electric vehicle outside of warranty becomes a frequent headline. Here, we present the top 10 most reliable EVs for 2024, according to Consumer Reports.
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The Most Reliable EVs Overall – 2024
| Make | Model | Reliability Score | Overall CR Score | Base MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus | RZ | 79 | 75 | $58,500 - $64,000 |
| Hyundai | IONIQ 6 | 70 | 83 | $37,500 - $53,650 |
| Porsche | Taycan | 66 | 76 | $90,900 - $197,500 |
| Nissan | Ariya | 62 | 70 | $43,190 - $60,190 |
| BMW | i4 | 60 | 83 | $52,200 - $69,700 |
| BMW | iX | 59 | 84 | $87,100 - $111,500 |
| Kia | Niro EV | 51 | 71 | $39,600 - $44,600 |
| Kia | EV6 | 48 | 77 | $42,600 - $61,600 |
| Audi | Q4 e-tron | 48 | 69 | $49,800 - $58,200 |
| Tesla | Model 3 | 47 | 71 | $40,240 - $53,240 |
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The Complete List: Consumer Reports EV Reliability Ratings
| Make | Model | Consumer Reports Reliability Score |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus | RZ | 79 |
| Hyundai | IONIQ 6 | 70 |
| Porsche | Taycan | 66 |
| Nissan | Ariya | 62 |
| BMW | i4 | 60 |
| BMW | iX | 59 |
| Kia | Niro EV | 51 |
| Kia | EV6 | 48 |
| Audi | Q4 e-tron | 48 |
| Toyota | bZ4X | 47 |
| Subaru | Solterra | 47 |
| Tesla | Model 3 | 47 |
| Genesis | GV60 | 46 |
| Chevrolet | Bolt EUV | 46 |
| Ford | MME | 45 |
| Genesis | GV70 | 44 |
| Tesla | Model Y | 41 |
| Audi | Q8 e-tron | 41 |
| Ford | F-150 Lightning | 39 |
| Chevrolet | Bolt EV | 37 |
| Hyundai | IONIQ 5 | 33 |
| Lucid | Air | 31 |
| Jaguar | I-PACE | 30 |
| Tesla | Model S | 30 |
| Volkswagen | ID.4 | 29 |
| Tesla | Model X | 27 |
| Mercedes-Benz | EQS SUV | 23 |
| Rivian | R1S | 23 |
| Mercedes-Benz | EQE SUV | 23 |
| Mercedes-Benz | EQE | 23 |
| Rivian | R1T | 22 |
| Mercedes-Benz | EQS | 20 |
| Polestar | Polestar 2 | 5 |
CarEdge’s Take
We have a number of EV enthusiasts on the CarEdge team, from Tesla fans to Hyundai IONIQ 5 owners. In our opinion, Consumer Report’s EV reliability ratings need to be taken with a grain of salt. Several of the best-rated electric vehicles on the list have some of the slowest charging, lowest range, and in some cases, all-around poor reviews.
Take the all-new Lexus RZ for example. Although it’s a Lexus, it shares the same electric powertrain with the Toyota bZ4X and even the Subaru Solterra. In Out of Spec’s test, the RZ went just 176 miles on the interstate at 70 miles per hour on a full charge in warm weather. Most of the competition is good for at least 200 miles on the highway between charging stops.
Much of the same could be said about the Nissan Ariya, Audi Q4 e-tron, and overpriced Kia Niro EV.
The best-equipped EVs on the Consumer Reports reliability list are, in terms of charging speeds and range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6, Tesla Model 3, Kia EV6, and BMW’s electric offerings. These models offer more range, and less time spent at charging stations.
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If you’re planning to keep your next vehicle for years to come, and you’re willing to exchange convenience on road trips for fuel savings and slashing tailpipe emissions, then 2024 is a good time to go electric. If you’re likely to need an upgrade in a few years, we strongly recommend an EV lease. Resale values continue to undergo wild swings in the used EV market. This will continue as better-equipped EVs hit the market in years to come.
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These results are clearly purchased by the manufacturers. I have friends with the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and 6th car and they all have reported issues within a couple of months of purchase if not the first month of owning their new car.
and I have an EV with no problems after a year. I have friends with EVs without any problems. Anecdotes are truthful, but they do not represent statistical evidence.
I’m sorry all makes of car suffer,with some sort of problem new and old EVs are pretty new technology and a few problems can crop up on mass produced vehicles
Electric cars are much more simple yet Manufacturers can’t seem to do their job. How sad. Stop buying any vehicle and the prices will come down. Send a message about outrageous pricing.