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Top 5 Most Reliable 2025 SUVs Under $50,000
This list looks at the most reliable SUVs you can buy new for under $50,000. It factors in each model’s projected lifespan and average listing price. With model year 2026 vehicles beginning to arrive in dealerships already, you might be able to score a great deal on a brand-new 2025 model as dealers look to move inventory.
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iSeeCars calculated a “price per year” figure by dividing cost by expected longevity, giving a clear picture of which SUVs deliver the best long-term value. The result is a ranking that combines durability with affordability, making them strong picks for buyers focused on dependability and overall bang for the buck.
5. Jeep Compass
The Compass averages $33,486, lasting 11.4 years, but comes in at $2,945 a year, making it less of a bargain over time.
4. Chevrolet Trailblazer
With a shorter 10-year lifespan, the Trailblazer’s $29,109 price tag breaks down to $2,925 a year — more than rivals.
3. Toyota RAV4
At $35,258 with 14.6 years of life expectancy, the RAV4 matches the CR-V at about $2,411 per year of ownership.
2. Honda CR-V
The CR-V averages $36,009, but with a 15-year lifespan, it delivers outstanding value at only $2,401 per year.
1. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Affordable at $28,250 and built to last 11.8 years, the Outlander Sport works out to just $2,400 a year to own.