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Most reliable compact SUVs

Explore the most reliable compact SUVs

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2019 Honda Passport Sport

1. Honda Passport

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$19,998—$45,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2018 Nissan Rogue Sport S

2. Nissan Rogue Sport

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$12,599—$24,998
Estimated combined MPG
27 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2022 Chevrolet Blazer RS 001 make pages

3. Chevrolet Blazer

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$17,998—$35,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SE

4. Toyota RAV4

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$13,998—$40,998
Estimated combined MPG
28 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2024 subaru crosstrek side

5. Subaru Crosstrek

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$14,599—$32,998
Estimated combined MPG
26 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2021 Honda CR-V EX

6. Honda CR-V

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$12,998—$37,998
Estimated combined MPG
29 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5
2024 kia sportage side

7. Kia Sportage

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$11,599—$36,998
Estimated combined MPG
25 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
2021 Jeep Cherokee Altitude

8. Jeep Cherokee

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$11,998—$31,998
Estimated combined MPG
(data not available)
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
2020 Nissan Rogue SL

9. Nissan Rogue

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$11,599—$33,998
Estimated combined MPG
31 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
2022 Hyundai Tucson side view

10. Hyundai Tucson

CarMax owner rating

Price range*
$11,599—$31,998
Estimated combined MPG
26 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5

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RepairPal reliability ratings

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 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. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings.

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RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of 3/18/2025. Learn more at repairpal.com/reliability.

* 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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