6 Toyota Vehicles That Will Go 250K+ Miles, But They’re Not Its Best-Selling Models

Toyota's vehicles last the longest. 

It's a testament to Toyota's engineering prowess that six models make it to the iSeeCars annual ranking of the longest-lasting vehicles, trucks, and SUVs. The surprise? These aren't the models you'd expect, given they're not Toyota's top sellers. 

The Toyota RAV4, Toyota Corolla, and Toyota Prius are not among the top models on the longevity list. Which Toyota models last the longest?

iSeeCars says, "The highest ranked vehicles, Toyota's Tundra and Sequoia, are four times more likely to reach a quarter-million miles, while the Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, Highlander Hybrid, and Honda Ridgeline are three times more likely to reach 250,000 miles compared to the average vehicle."

I've listed the top ten models and show the percentage of their chance of lasting 250,000 plus miles. Note: The overall average of all cars is 8.6%. The top six Toyota models far exceed those percentages. There's also one from its luxury division, Lexus. 

1. Toyota Tundra - 36.6%
2. Toyota Sequoia - 36.4%
3. Toyota 4Runner - 26.8%
4. Toyota Tacoma - 26.7%
5. Toyota Highlander Hybrid - 25.9%
6. Honda Ridgeline - 25.8%
7. Chevrolet Suburban - 22.0%
8. Toyota Avalon - 22.0%
9. Lexus GX - 20.7%
10. Chevrolet Silverado - 18.8%

"Modern vehicles are getting more durable, with 30 models offering between a 12 and 36 percent chance of reaching a quarter million miles," said iSeeCars Executive Analyst Karl Brauer. "Many consumers still consider a car's usable lifespan to end at 100,000 miles. But our latest longest-lasting study confirms that even 200,000 miles isn't the end of the line for many cars. The top nine cars on this year's list have a better than 20 percent chance of hitting 250,000 miles."

Where are Toyota's top-selling models?

The Toyota Camry, Toyota's best-selling vehicle, is ranked number 21st overall with a 13.5 percent chance of going 250,000 miles and beyond. The Toyota Prius is ranked 25th with a 12.6% chance of going 250,000 miles and beyond. 

What I found interesting is that Toyota's top-selling models, the Toyota RAV4 (Toyota's third best-selling model) and Toyota Corolla (Toyota's second best-selling model), are outside the top 30 models for longevity listing.

Toyota's top-three-selling models

1. Toyota Camry (ranked 21st)
2. Toyota Corolla (not in the top 30)
3. Toyota RAV4 (not in the top 30)

While SUVs dominate the longevity list, it's surprising that the popular Toyota RAV4 compact SUV doesn't make the cut. This unexpected twist adds an element of intrigue to the discussion. 

Toyota doesn't mention its longevity.

Toyota says, "The Toyota RAV4 redefines what it means to drive an SUV with its dynamic performance, spacious interior, and cutting-edge technology. It's ideal for adventurers and families and offers versatility for every journey." 

Where does the RAV4 rank?

The Toyota RAV4 is better than the average of all cars, which is 8.6% to go 250,000 miles plus, but not by much. The RAV4 is (9.6%). It's still better than average but nowhere near the top-scoring Toyota Tundra, Sequoia, 4Runner, and Tacoma.  

What does Consumer Reports say about the RAV4?

The RAV4 doesn't get the highest marks from Consumer Reports. CR ranks the 2024 RAV4 #18 of 30 compact SUVs. They give the  RAV4 a 2/5 for owner satisfaction but a 4/5 for reliability. The RAV4 gets low scores for engine noise, ride, and fit and finish. 

The RAV4 gets a lower reliability score than the Mitsubishi Outlander, Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid, RAV4 Prime, and Subaru Forester.

CR says to avoid the Toyota RAV4 and buy the Subaru Forester instead. Read my report here. 

Where does Toyota rank among all automakers for longevity? Here are the top seven automakers and their percentage to last 250,00+ miles compared to the average car. 

1. Toyota 17% (2.0x)
2. Honda 13.6% (1.6x)
3. Ram 11.5% (1.3x)
4. GMC 11.4% (1.3x)
5. Chevrolet 10.5% (1.2x)
6. Lexus 9.7% (1.1x)
7. Ford 9.5% (1.1x)

The overall average is 8.6%

Toyota is still the automaker to beat when it comes to longevity. Toyota's vehicles stand out as the most durable in the market, providing a sense of reassurance to potential buyers.

"We've come to expect models like the Toyota Sequoia and 4Runner to lead the Longest-Lasting SUVs list," said Brauer. "Seeing smaller SUVs like the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Subaru Outback offering better-than-average lifespans confirms both their high-quality execution and their owners' willingness to drive these vehicles for many years and many miles."

If you plan on keeping your vehicle for a long time and want an SUV or truck that will last the longest and is the most likely to go 250,000 miles and beyond, pick a Toyota Tundra, Toyota Sequoia, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Tacoma, or Toyota Highlander Hybrid. 

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I am Denis Flierl, a Senior Torque News Writer since 2012. I’ve invested over 13 years in the automotive industry in a consulting role, working with every major car brand. I am an experienced Rocky Mountain Automotive Press member. You'll find my expert Subaru analysis here. Follow me on my X SubaruReport, All Subaru, WRXSTI, @DenisFlierl, Facebook, and Instagram.

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