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The most reliable Compact SUVs

Ranked by the MotorFiable Score of the whole car, out of 10: half comes from its engines and the other half from the rest of the car (gearbox, suspension, brakes, electronics…). Only Compact SUVs with solid evidence are included: at least three sources and five documented faults, each backed by its sources.

Of the 72 Compact SUVs with solid evidence, the one with the highest score is the Suzuki S-Cross I (7.3/10), followed by the BMW X1 F48 (7.1) and the BMW X2 F39 (7.1). The one with the lowest score is the Citroën C5 Aircross (4.2/10), mainly because of oil-bath timing belt degradation.

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72 cars

Each label is that part's score out of 10. Only parts with documented faults or MOT inspection data are shown.

  1. Rank 1
    Suzuki S-Cross ICompact SUV · 2013–2021Critical severityTemporary loss of brake servo assistance caused by the vacuum pump valve(brakes)Engine 9.7Gearbox 7.1Suspension 7.1Brakes 7.1Steering 8.6Bodywork 7.9Security 6.4
    7.3 out of 10Overall score
  2. Rank 2
    BMW X1 F48Compact SUV · 2015–2022Critical severityEGR cooler leaks with risk of engine fire(BMW B47 engine)Engine 6.4Gearbox 8.0Suspension 8.7Brakes 8.1Steering 8.7Electrical 8.2Lights 8.7Electronics 9.3Bodywork 7.9Security 8.6
    7.1 out of 10Overall score
  3. Rank 3
    BMW X2 F39Compact SUV · 2018–2023Critical severityIntegrated braking system (IBS) that can lose hydraulic assistance(brakes)Engine 7.6Gearbox 8.6Suspension 8.7Brakes 7.4Steering 8.4Electrical 8.2Lights 8.0Bodywork 7.6Security 8.4
    7.1 out of 10Overall score
  4. Rank 4
    Audi Q3 IICompact SUV · 2018–todayCritical severityCorrosion of the bolt that secures the steering rack (2026 campaign)(steering)Engine 7.6Suspension 8.2Brakes 7.7Steering 7.5Electrical 8.6Lights 8.2Electronics 7.1Bodywork 7.9
    7.0 out of 10Overall score
  5. Rank 5
    Cupra FormentorCompact SUV · 2020–todayCritical severityFront airbag wiring fault(security)Engine 7.6Suspension 7.9Brakes 8.1Steering 7.5Electrical 8.6Lights 8.3Electronics 8.6Bodywork 7.6Security 6.4
    7.0 out of 10Overall score
  6. Rank 6
    Cupra AtecaCompact SUV · 2018–2020High severity2.0 TSI engine cover may come loose and touch the hot turbo area (fire risk)(bodywork)Engine 7.5Lights 8.6Electronics 9.3Bodywork 7.9Security 7.9
    6.9 out of 10Overall score
  7. Rank 7
    Honda CR-V IVCompact SUV · 2011–2018High severityCampaign over brake discs of the wrong size(brakes)Engine 7.1Gearbox 8.6Suspension 8.8Brakes 8.0Steering 5.6Electrical 8.9Lights 7.6Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.8Security 7.9
    6.9 out of 10Overall score
  8. Rank 8
    Mazda CX-5 IICompact SUV · 2017–todayHigh severityOil dilution with diesel during DPF regenerations(Skyactiv-D engine)Engine 6.0Gearbox 8.9Suspension 8.8Brakes 7.9Steering 8.3Electrical 8.2Lights 8.6Bodywork 7.7
    6.9 out of 10Overall score
  9. Rank 9
    Renault ArkanaCompact SUV · 2020–todayHigh severityErratic behaviour of the E-Tech hybrid automatic gearbox(gearbox and clutch)Engine 7.1Gearbox 7.9Electrical 8.6Electronics 8.6
    6.9 out of 10Overall score
  10. Rank 10
    Honda CR-V VCompact SUV · 2018–todayCritical severityElectric power steering (EPS) failure from grease loss in the gear reducer(steering)Engine 7.0Suspension 8.4Brakes 8.4Steering 7.5Electrical 7.9Lights 8.5Electronics 9.1Climate control 9.6Bodywork 7.6
    6.8 out of 10Overall score
  11. Rank 11
    Kia Sportage IICompact SUV · 2004–2010High severityWear and loss of performance of the variable-geometry turbo(2.0 CRDi (D4EA) engine)Engine 6.8Suspension 7.3Brakes 7.5Steering 7.4Lights 7.4Bodywork 2.4
    6.8 out of 10Overall score
  12. Rank 12
    Mercedes-Benz GLA H247Compact SUV · 2020–todayCritical severityRisk of short circuit and fire in the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid version)(electrical)Engine 7.5Gearbox 6.4Suspension 7.4Brakes 7.7Tyres 8.6Steering 7.6Electrical 7.1Lights 8.1Bodywork 7.5Security 8.6
    6.8 out of 10Overall score
  13. Rank 13
    Peugeot 3008 IIICompact SUV · 2023–todayHigh severityFailures of the e-DCS6 dual-clutch gearbox of the 48V hybrid (Hybrid 136)(gearbox and clutch)Engine 8.0Gearbox 6.8Suspension 8.6Electronics 9.3Climate control 8.6
    6.8 out of 10Overall score
  14. Rank 14
    Škoda KaroqCompact SUV · 2017–todayHigh severityA-pillar trim that could come loose in cold weather and affect airbag protection(security)Engine 7.7Gearbox 7.3Suspension 8.7Brakes 8.0Steering 8.2Lights 8.0Bodywork 7.7Security 6.2
    6.8 out of 10Overall score
  15. Rank 15
    Kia Niro ICompact SUV · 2016–2022Critical severityTraction battery: fire risk from defective cells or insufficient supervision(Hyundai-Kia eléctrico (Ioniq, Kona, e-Niro, Soul EV) engine)Engine 5.6Gearbox 8.6Suspension 9.2Brakes 7.8Steering 8.8Electrical 8.9Lights 8.0Climate control 8.6Bodywork 7.9
    6.7 out of 10Overall score
  16. Rank 16
    Porsche Macan ICompact SUV · 2014–2024Critical severityFaulty passenger seat occupancy detection mat (airbag deactivated)(security)Engine 7.4Gearbox 8.6Suspension 7.4Brakes 8.5Steering 8.6Lights 8.7Bodywork 8.0Security 5.7
    6.7 out of 10Overall score
  17. Rank 17
    Hyundai Tucson ICompact SUV · 2004–2010High severityBrake light switch failure from burnt contacts (2007 to 2009 Tucson)(lights)Engine 6.8Suspension 8.1Brakes 7.4Steering 6.8Lights 7.4Bodywork 3.9
    6.6 out of 10Overall score
  18. Rank 18
    Hyundai Tucson IVCompact SUV · 2020–todayCritical severityMHSG belt tensioner and crankshaft pulley failure (48V mild hybrid)(1.6 CRDi engine)Engine 6.4Gearbox 7.6Suspension 7.6Brakes 8.2Steering 8.1Electrical 8.6Lights 7.7Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.3
    6.6 out of 10Overall score
  19. Rank 19
    Subaru Forester IVCompact SUV · 2012–2018High severityDamaged wiring harness at the steering column (2016 recall)(electrical)Engine 6.8Suspension 5.2Brakes 8.4Steering 9.0Electrical 7.9Lights 8.0Bodywork 7.3Security 7.9
    6.6 out of 10Overall score
  20. Rank 20
    Suzuki Grand Vitara IICompact SUV · 2005–2015High severityStiff or non-engaging manual gearbox (synchros and bearings)(gearbox and clutch)Engine 7.4Gearbox 6.8Suspension 8.6Brakes 7.1Steering 9.1Lights 8.1Bodywork 7.2
    6.6 out of 10Overall score
  21. Rank 21
    Volkswagen T-RocCompact SUV · 2017–todayCritical severityInsufficient tightening of the steering tie rod(steering)Engine 7.3Gearbox 7.3Suspension 8.7Brakes 8.6Steering 7.7Lights 8.5Electronics 8.6Bodywork 7.8
    6.6 out of 10Overall score
  22. Rank 22
    Citroën C-CrosserCompact SUV · 2006–2012High severitySunroof glass coming away because of the frame adhesive(bodywork)Engine 6.6Suspension 6.4Brakes 7.9Steering 3.1Electrical 8.0Lights 7.8Electronics 7.9Bodywork 8.2
    6.5 out of 10Overall score
  23. Rank 23
    Jeep Compass MPCompact SUV · 2017–todayHigh severitySaturated diesel particulate filter (DPF) from incomplete regenerations(1.6 and 2.0 MultiJet II engine)Engine 6.2Gearbox 7.9Suspension 7.2Brakes 7.8Steering 4.4Electrical 8.6Lights 7.4Bodywork 7.8Security 8.6
    6.5 out of 10Overall score
  24. Rank 24
    Mercedes-Benz GLA X156Compact SUV · 2013–2020Critical severityTiming chain stretch and tensioner failure(OM651 engine)Engine 5.8Gearbox 7.0Suspension 9.2Brakes 8.9Steering 9.0Electrical 8.9Lights 8.7Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.4
    6.5 out of 10Overall score
  25. Rank 25
    Peugeot 4007Compact SUV · 2006–2012High severitySunroof glass coming loose because of the frame adhesive(bodywork)Engine 6.6Suspension 6.2Brakes 8.0Steering 3.5Electrical 8.0Lights 7.3Electronics 7.9Bodywork 8.1
    6.5 out of 10Overall score
  26. Rank 26
    Volkswagen Tiguan IICompact SUV · 2016–2024Critical severityCorrosion of the bolt that secures the steering rack(steering)Engine 6.8Gearbox 8.2Suspension 8.7Brakes 8.3Steering 7.8Lights 8.2Bodywork 7.7
    6.5 out of 10Overall score
  27. Rank 27
    Honda CR-V IIICompact SUV · 2006–2012High severityTurbocharger failure(1.6 / 2.2 i-DTEC engine)Engine 6.3Gearbox 9.3Suspension 8.4Brakes 9.0Steering 6.5Lights 8.1Climate control 9.6Bodywork 9.1Security 7.1
    6.4 out of 10Overall score
  28. Rank 28
    Kia Sportage IIICompact SUV · 2010–2016Critical severityShort circuit in the ABS/ESC brake unit (HECU): fire risk(brakes)Engine 7.0Gearbox 7.9Suspension 8.0Brakes 6.3Steering 3.7Lights 7.1Bodywork 7.1Security 8.6
    6.4 out of 10Overall score
  29. Rank 29
    Kia Sportage VCompact SUV · 2021–todayCritical severityMHSG belt tensioner and crankshaft pulley failure (48V mild hybrid)(1.6 CRDi engine)Engine 6.4Gearbox 7.6Steering 8.6Electrical 8.9Electronics 9.3
    6.4 out of 10Overall score
  30. Rank 30
    Mazda CX-30Compact SUV · 2019–todayCritical severitySmart Brake Support can brake the car unintentionally while driving(security)Engine 6.6Suspension 8.0Brakes 8.1Steering 8.0Electrical 8.6Lights 8.9Electronics 7.3Bodywork 7.4Security 6.1
    6.4 out of 10Overall score
  31. Rank 31
    MINI Countryman F60Compact SUV · 2017–2023Critical severityEGR cooler leaks with risk of engine fire(BMW B47 engine)Engine 6.4Gearbox 7.9Suspension 8.6Brakes 8.2Steering 8.5Lights 8.2Bodywork 7.8Security 7.1
    6.4 out of 10Overall score
  32. Rank 32
    Nissan Qashqai IICompact SUV · 2013–2021Critical severityExcessive oil consumption and engine failure(1.2 TCe engine)Engine 6.1Gearbox 7.4Suspension 5.6Brakes 8.1Steering 4.8Electrical 8.4Lights 7.8Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.5
    6.4 out of 10Overall score
  33. Rank 33
    Nissan Qashqai IIICompact SUV · 2021–todayCritical severityRecall for fire risk in the fuel line(security)Engine 6.7Gearbox 8.6Electrical 9.3Electronics 8.6Bodywork 9.3Security 7.1
    6.4 out of 10Overall score
  34. Rank 34
    BMW X1 U11Compact SUV · 2022–todayCritical severityIntegrated braking system (IBS) failure: loss of hydraulic assistance(brakes)Engine 7.6Brakes 5.7Electrical 7.1Bodywork 7.1Security 5.7
    6.3 out of 10Overall score
  35. Rank 35
    Hyundai ix35Compact SUV · 2010–2015Critical severityFire risk from the ABS control module(brakes)Engine 7.1Suspension 8.3Brakes 6.5Steering 2.8Electrical 8.6Lights 7.1Bodywork 6.9Security 7.1
    6.3 out of 10Overall score
  36. Rank 36
    Mercedes-Benz GLB X247Compact SUV · 2019–todayCritical severityCampaign over fragments thrown by the B-pillar curtain airbag(security)Engine 6.4Suspension 7.9Brakes 7.8Tyres 8.6Steering 7.6Electrical 9.3Lights 8.1Electronics 9.6Bodywork 7.6Security 7.1
    6.3 out of 10Overall score
  37. Rank 37
    Nissan Qashqai ICompact SUV · 2007–2013Critical severityWear and seizure of the big-end bearings(1.5 dCi engine)Engine 6.0Gearbox 7.9Suspension 7.2Brakes 8.6Steering 4.5Lights 7.0Bodywork 7.4
    6.3 out of 10Overall score
  38. Rank 38
    Toyota RAV4 IIICompact SUV · 2005–2012Critical severityWarped cylinder head gasket and oil consumption on the 2.2 D-4D(2.0/2.2 D-4D engine)Engine 5.1Suspension 8.3Brakes 8.3Steering 9.1Lights 8.0Bodywork 7.4Security 7.9
    6.3 out of 10Overall score
  39. Rank 39
    Alfa Romeo TonaleCompact SUV · 2022–todayCritical severityBrake pedal assembly that can collapse when braking (two campaigns on the hybrid Tonale)(brakes)Engine 7.4Brakes 7.1Steering 8.9Electrical 5.0Electronics 9.3
    6.2 out of 10Overall score
  40. Rank 40
    Ford Kuga ICompact SUV · 2008–2012Critical severityBrake servo vacuum pump non-return valve(brakes)Engine 6.4Gearbox 7.9Suspension 6.8Brakes 7.8Steering 6.4Electrical 7.9Lights 8.4Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.6
    6.2 out of 10Overall score
  41. Rank 41
    Ford Kuga IICompact SUV · 2012–2019Critical severityCracked cylinder head from overheating, with fire risk(1.6 EcoBoost engine)Engine 5.6Gearbox 7.1Suspension 8.5Brakes 7.4Steering 9.1Lights 7.4Bodywork 8.4Security 7.9
    6.2 out of 10Overall score
  42. Rank 42
    Hyundai Ioniq 5Compact SUV · 2021–todayHigh severityFaulty ICCU: 12 V battery drains, charging fails and power is lost(Hyundai-Kia E-GMP (Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, EV6) engine)Engine 6.0Brakes 7.9Tyres 8.6Electronics 7.9Bodywork 9.3
    6.2 out of 10Overall score
  43. Rank 43
    Renault AustralCompact SUV · 2022–todayHigh severityErratic behaviour of the E-Tech hybrid automatic gearbox(gearbox and clutch)Engine 7.3Gearbox 6.8Brakes 6.8Tyres 8.9Electrical 8.6Electronics 7.9Security 8.6
    6.2 out of 10Overall score
  44. Rank 44
    Seat AtecaCompact SUV · 2016–todayCritical severityCorrosion of the bolt that secures the steering rack(steering)Engine 7.0Gearbox 7.3Suspension 9.1Brakes 7.9Steering 7.9Lights 8.6Bodywork 7.7Security 7.1
    6.2 out of 10Overall score
  45. Rank 45
    Mazda CX-5 ICompact SUV · 2012–2017High severityOil dilution with diesel during DPF regenerations(Skyactiv-D engine)Engine 6.0Suspension 6.9Brakes 7.6Steering 0.0Lights 8.4Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.5
    6.1 out of 10Overall score
  46. Rank 46
    Škoda ElroqCompact SUV · 2024–todayCritical severityFaulty modules in the high-voltage battery with fire risk(MEB (ID.3, ID.4, ID.7, ID.Buzz, Enyaq, Born, Q4 e-tron) engine)Engine 5.4Electrical 6.8Electronics 8.2Climate control 9.3
    6.1 out of 10Overall score
  47. Rank 47
    Honda CR-V IICompact SUV · 2001–2006Critical severityPassenger airbag inflator failure across several recalls(security)Engine 6.2Suspension 6.6Brakes 8.0Tyres 7.9Steering 6.5Electrical 7.9Lights 7.8Bodywork 8.1Security 7.1
    6.0 out of 10Overall score
  48. Rank 48
    Kia Sportage IVCompact SUV · 2016–2021Critical severityShort circuit in the ABS/ESP unit with fire risk(brakes)Engine 6.5Gearbox 7.7Suspension 8.6Brakes 6.4Steering 6.9Electrical 7.9Lights 8.1Climate control 7.1Bodywork 7.7
    6.0 out of 10Overall score
  49. Rank 49
    Audi Q3 ICompact SUV · 2011–2018High severityHigh oil consumption(2.0 TSI / TFSI engine)Engine 5.0Suspension 7.2Brakes 8.9Steering 8.2Lights 8.7Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.1
    5.9 out of 10Overall score
  50. Rank 50
    Hyundai Tucson IIICompact SUV · 2015–2020Critical severityFire risk from the ABS control module (HECU)(brakes)Engine 6.0Gearbox 6.5Suspension 6.7Brakes 7.0Steering 7.2Lights 7.9Bodywork 5.4
    5.9 out of 10Overall score
  51. Rank 51
    Nissan X-Trail IICompact SUV · 2007–2013Critical severityPassenger airbag inflator (2016-2019 campaigns)(security)Engine 6.2Gearbox 8.6Suspension 7.3Brakes 8.1Steering 3.7Lights 7.2Bodywork 7.1Security 7.1
    5.9 out of 10Overall score
  52. Rank 52
    Renault KadjarCompact SUV · 2015–2022Critical severityExcessive oil consumption and engine failure(1.2 TCe engine)Engine 5.7Gearbox 8.1Suspension 7.5Brakes 8.0Steering 6.8Lights 7.5Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.0Security 6.4
    5.9 out of 10Overall score
  53. Rank 53
    Toyota C-HR ICompact SUV · 2016–2023Critical severityLow-pressure fuel pump failure: loss of power and fire risk(2.0 and 2.5 Hybrid engine)Engine 5.5Suspension 8.8Brakes 8.7Steering 8.7Electrical 7.9Lights 7.7Electronics 7.9Bodywork 8.6Security 7.1
    5.9 out of 10Overall score
  54. Rank 54
    Toyota Corolla CrossCompact SUV · 2022–todayCritical severityLow-pressure fuel pump failure: loss of power and fire risk(2.0 and 2.5 Hybrid engine)Engine 5.4Electrical 9.3Electronics 6.8Security 7.9
    5.9 out of 10Overall score
  55. Rank 55
    Ford Kuga IIICompact SUV · 2019–todayCritical severityDegradation of the wet timing belt (2.0 EcoBlue)(1.5 / 2.0 EcoBlue engine)Engine 5.6Gearbox 7.9Suspension 7.6Brakes 3.7Steering 7.8Electrical 8.6Lights 8.3Electronics 8.9Bodywork 7.6Security 7.1
    5.8 out of 10Overall score
  56. Rank 56
    Peugeot 3008 ICompact SUV · 2009–2016Critical severityOil-bath timing belt degradation(1.2 PureTech engine)Engine 3.8Gearbox 8.6Suspension 7.9Brakes 8.1Steering 6.8Electrical 9.3Lights 6.7Electronics 9.3Bodywork 8.9
    5.7 out of 10Overall score
  57. Rank 57
    Škoda EnyaqCompact SUV · 2021–todayCritical severityFaulty modules in the high-voltage battery with fire risk(MEB (ID.3, ID.4, ID.7, ID.Buzz, Enyaq, Born, Q4 e-tron) engine)Engine 5.2Suspension 9.3Electrical 7.1Electronics 7.9Security 7.9
    5.7 out of 10Overall score
  58. Rank 58
    Volkswagen ID.4Compact SUV · 2021–todayCritical severityFaulty modules in the high-voltage battery with fire risk(MEB (ID.3, ID.4, ID.7, ID.Buzz, Enyaq, Born, Q4 e-tron) engine)Engine 5.2Suspension 9.3Electronics 8.9Climate control 8.9Security 7.1
    5.7 out of 10Overall score
  59. Rank 59
    Volvo XC40Compact SUV · 2017–todayHigh severityHigh oil consumption from 90,000-150,000 km that harms the turbo (VEA)(D4/D5 engine)Engine 5.5Suspension 8.2Brakes 7.0Steering 7.7Electrical 7.1Lights 8.4Electronics 9.3Bodywork 7.7
    5.7 out of 10Overall score
  60. Rank 60
    Land Rover Range Rover Evoque IICompact SUV · 2018–todayCritical severityTiming chain stretch(2.0 Ingenium diésel engine)Engine 5.3Suspension 7.0Brakes 7.6Steering 7.8Electrical 5.2Lights 8.0Electronics 9.3Bodywork 7.4Security 7.1
    5.5 out of 10Overall score
  61. Rank 61
    Land Rover Range Rover Evoque ICompact SUV · 2011–2018Critical severityTiming chain stretch(2.0 Ingenium diésel engine)Engine 4.9Gearbox 7.1Suspension 7.4Brakes 8.3Steering 9.5Lights 8.5Electronics 9.3Bodywork 5.5Security 7.1
    5.4 out of 10Overall score
  62. Rank 62
    Toyota RAV4 VCompact SUV · 2018–todayCritical severityLow-pressure fuel pump failure: loss of power and fire risk(2.0 and 2.5 Hybrid engine)Engine 3.9Suspension 7.9Brakes 8.1Steering 8.0Lights 8.4Electronics 8.2Bodywork 7.4
    5.4 out of 10Overall score
  63. Rank 63
    BMW X3 F25Compact SUV · 2010–2017Critical severityRear timing chain stretch and breakage(BMW N47 engine)Engine 3.8Gearbox 7.0Suspension 8.9Brakes 8.5Steering 8.1Lights 8.6Bodywork 8.4Security 8.9
    5.3 out of 10Overall score
  64. Rank 64
    Peugeot 3008 IICompact SUV · 2016–2023Critical severityOil-bath timing belt degradation(1.2 PureTech engine)Engine 4.4Gearbox 8.1Suspension 8.6Brakes 7.4Steering 8.2Electrical 7.1Lights 6.6Electronics 8.9Bodywork 7.6
    5.2 out of 10Overall score
  65. Rank 65
    Toyota RAV4 IVCompact SUV · 2012–2018Critical severityWarped cylinder head gasket and oil consumption on the 2.2 D-4D(2.0/2.2 D-4D engine)Engine 2.3Gearbox 9.3Suspension 8.6Brakes 8.4Steering 9.4Lights 8.5Bodywork 8.5Security 8.6
    5.2 out of 10Overall score
  66. Rank 66
    Subaru Forester IIICompact SUV · 2008–2013Critical severityBearing wear and crankshaft failure on the EE20 diesel(Subaru bóxer engine)Engine 4.1Suspension 7.7Brakes 8.4Steering 8.7Electrical 7.9Lights 7.7Bodywork 8.8Security 7.1
    5.1 out of 10Overall score
  67. Rank 67
    Volkswagen Tiguan ICompact SUV · 2007–2016Critical severityTiming chain stretch and tensioner failure (EA111)(1.2 and 1.4 TSI engine)Engine 4.1Gearbox 7.6Suspension 5.9Brakes 8.6Tyres 9.3Steering 9.5Electrical 8.4Lights 8.2Climate control 9.3Bodywork 8.3Security 7.1
    5.1 out of 10Overall score
  68. Rank 68
    DS DS 7 CrossbackCompact SUV · 2017–2022Critical severityOil-bath timing belt degradation(1.2 PureTech engine)Engine 3.3Gearbox 8.1Suspension 7.0Brakes 7.6Tyres 8.6Steering 7.1Lights 7.8Bodywork 7.5Security 8.6
    4.7 out of 10Overall score
  69. Rank 69
    MINI Countryman R60Compact SUV · 2010–2016Critical severityRear timing chain stretch and breakage(BMW N47 engine)Engine 2.4Gearbox 7.3Electrical 8.6Lights 9.3Electronics 9.3
    4.6 out of 10Overall score
  70. Rank 70
    Opel Grandland ICompact SUV · 2017–2024Critical severityOil-bath timing belt degradation(1.2 PureTech engine)Engine 3.6Gearbox 8.1Suspension 8.0Brakes 6.7Tyres 7.1Steering 8.5Electrical 7.1Lights 7.5Bodywork 7.8Security 7.1
    4.6 out of 10Overall score
  71. Rank 71
    Škoda YetiCompact SUV · 2009–2017Critical severityTiming chain stretch and tensioner failure (EA111)(1.2 and 1.4 TSI engine)Engine 3.6Gearbox 6.7Suspension 7.9Brakes 7.7Steering 9.0Electrical 9.6Lights 7.9Bodywork 8.7Security 5.2
    4.4 out of 10Overall score
  72. Rank 72
    Citroën C5 AircrossCompact SUV · 2018–todayCritical severityOil-bath timing belt degradation(1.2 PureTech engine)Engine 3.2Gearbox 8.1Suspension 8.5Brakes 6.6Tyres 7.1Steering 7.3Electrical 7.1Lights 5.6Electronics 8.9Bodywork 7.6Security 7.1
    4.2 out of 10Overall score

The least reliable Compact SUVs

The three with the lowest scores and the fault that weighs most in each.

  1. Citroën C5 Aircross · 4.2/10Oil-bath timing belt degradation (1.2 PureTech engine)
  2. Škoda Yeti · 4.4/10Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure (EA111) (1.2 and 1.4 TSI engine)
  3. Opel Grandland I · 4.6/10Oil-bath timing belt degradation (1.2 PureTech engine)

How it is calculated

The score combines the risk index of its engines and that of the rest of the car, calculated from the most serious documented faults (severity times frequency). Faults that the manufacturer fixes free of charge under a recall carry less weight. A high score does not guarantee that a particular car will not fail: it means we have found fewer serious, frequent documented faults. More recent models have been on the road for fewer years and may have fewer documented faults: preferably compare cars from the same period. Full methodology