Acura MDX by Kevauto — CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Acura MDX has been one of the most trusted mid-size three-row luxury crossovers on the market since its production began in 2000. The MDX in its title is meant to stand for “multidimensional luxury,” representing this SUV’s place on the road as an intersection of utility and comfort. With two decades of the MDX being improved and perfected, some are certainly better than others.

Subaru Crosstrek by EurovisionNim — CC BY-SA 4.0 With the rise of subcompact SUVs, essentially the more rugged and versatile cousins of hatchbacks, more niches have arisen for new cars to fill. And if you’re looking for an off-road capable vehicle that you can parallel park easily, you have two options: the Jeep Renegade and the Subaru Crosstrek. Jeep beat Subaru to the punch, releasing the Renegade for the 2015 model year, but Subaru came in quickly behind with the 2016 Crosstrek.

Dodge Journey by Vauxford — CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Dodge Journey is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured from 2009 to 2020. Although it’s not in production anymore, there are many excellent used models for purchase. If you’re interested in this vehicle, you might wonder - what are the Dodge Journey years to avoid? There’s a lot to consider when investing in a new vehicle for your life. If you’re going to spend money on a car, it should be a great one that will last.

Jeep Compass by Kevauto — CC-BY-SA-4.0 When most people talk about the iconic Jeep brand, they usually mean a rugged Wrangler is cruising an off-road terrain. However, it’s been a while since Jeep has expanded its lineup to include the compact crossover SUV segment. This is where the popular Jeep Compass comes into the picture. If you’re looking to buy a used Jeep Compass, you’re likely concerned about its reliability.

Buick Encore by Kevauto — CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Buick brand has been around since the early 1900s but is still a key player in automotive manufacturing and innovation. Although this former household name may be overlooked by many people today, Buicks are still a solid choice for car buyers looking for affordable, safe, and refined vehicles. The Buick Encore is a subcompact crossover SUV that began production in 2012 and is in its second generation.

Source: Pixabay The Ford Ranger first hit the scene back in 1983. Instead of the large full-sized trucks that Ford was known for, the Ranger was a small compact truck that caught a lot of attention. The Ranger is unlike any other truck and has won awards for its performance and style, but not all years have received praise. Below, we’ll share some Ford Ranger years to avoid, helping you on your pre-owned search.

Source: Pixabay Since 1966, the Toyota Corolla has been reportedly the best-selling car in history, having sold over 44 million units as of 2016 (though some will debate that the Corolla is several different models and shouldn’t all count). It has managed to build its reputation as an affordable car that you can depend on for years. And while it lives up to this reputation, the model isn’t without any flaws.

Chevy Equinox by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Equinox first debuted in showrooms back in 2005 and has seen pretty consistent success over the years as a popular crossover SUV. It was a first, as all Chevy SUVs models were designed with body-on-frame construction, and the Equinox was the first to have the body and the frame be built as two independent entities in body-on-frame construction. This means the structure and body were built as one.

Source: Pixabay The Porsche Cayman is a very exciting car. This little beauty was introduced in 2005 as a coupe version of the 987 platform, and it’s actually quite amazing. The Cayman feels like a driver’s car due to a stiffer suspension, and it’s very well-balanced, which makes it more forgiving than something a bit more powerful like the 911. However, would this car be a good investment? Which are the Porsche Cayman years to avoid?

Nissan Maxima by Kevauto - CC-BY-SA-4.0 Automakers are constantly improving their vehicles over the years. As a manufacturer makes major modifications to their already well-known model vehicle, they start a new generation of said vehicle. The new generation usually comes out more stylish and powerful, equipped with improved car technologies. However, that’s not all. When a manufacturer starts a new generation of their vehicle, the new improvements haven’t been tested enough, so the manufacturer only fixes the issues for future models.