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2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude

1. Jeep Grand Cherokee

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$12,998—$50,998
Estimated combined MPG
22 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5
2021 Ford Explorer Platinum

2. Ford Explorer

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$12,998—$52,998
Estimated combined MPG
19 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5
2021 Mazda CX-5 Signature

3. Mazda CX-5

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$11,998—$35,998
Estimated combined MPG
24 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum

4. Toyota Highlander

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$16,998—$45,998
Estimated combined MPG
24 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
2021 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Premium

5. Toyota 4Runner

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$20,998—$62,998
Estimated combined MPG
17 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
2022 Honda Pilot Touring

6. Honda Pilot

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$14,998—$49,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5
2017 Ford Edge Sport

7. Ford Edge

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$12,599—$34,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.0T

8. Hyundai Santa Fe

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$13,998—$44,998
Estimated combined MPG
(data not available)
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5
2021 Chevrolet Traverse LS

9. Chevrolet Traverse

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$14,998—$51,998
Estimated combined MPG
20 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5
2022 Nissan Pathfinder SV

10. Nissan Pathfinder

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$12,599—$45,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5

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How we ranked this list

To create our "Best Of" lists, our analysts look at CarMax vehicle and sales data over a recent 6-month period, from September 2023 through February 2024. Looking back over a 6-month period allows for the highest sample size possible while also providing up-to-date pricing information. Some articles may include data points with lower sample sizes.

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RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2006-2020 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy.

Fuel economy figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new. Fuel economy may vary for reasons like driving conditions and vehicle history. Unless specified, figures are for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. See fueleconomy.gov.

Range figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new and assume a full battery charge. Range will vary based on things like battery age, vehicle condition and history, driving and charging habits, accessory use, and driving conditions. Battery capacity may decrease with time and use. See fueleconomy.gov for more info.

* Price excludes taxes, title, registration, and fees. Applicable transfer fees are due in advance of vehicle delivery and are separate from sales transactions.

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Statements of fuel economy or EV range are based on EPA and other third-party estimates for vehicles when new. Fuel economy and EV range will degrade with time and vary based on age, driving conditions, vehicle history, and other conditions. See fueleconomy.gov for more info.

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