*Ford EcoSport by Vauxford - CC BY* Crafted initially by Ford Brazil in 2003, the Ford EcoSport is a 5-door SUV given a significant update when it entered the North American market in 2018. Improvements included an overhaul of the front end design and the rear bumper and the addition of a touchscreen infotainment system. Unfortunately, Ford has announced that it will discontinue its EcoSport production in 2022. At CoPilot, we’re here to help you navigate the many different used year models of the Ford EcoSport you might find.

Acura RDX by Kevauto — CC-BY-SA-4.0 Since its inception in 1986 as Honda’s premium brand in the United States, Acura has had a well-deserved reputation for dependability, quality, and overall driving performance. While the company has only built a small number of SUVs since its founding, they have had plenty of success and have gained mainstream popularity in the United States. While it’s been a successful vehicle, there are still some complaints that are commonly associated with the RDX model.

Nissan Armada by AJM STUDIOS — CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Armada has been one of Nissan’s full-size SUV offerings since its debut in 2004. It has received plenty of great reviews from satisfied drivers over the years, even as it moved from being based on the Nissan Titan to the Nissan Patrol, changing up some of its design. Although the Nissan Armada is a formidable entry in the SUV market, not every year model is great.

2018 Mini Countryman Cooper by Vauxford —CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Countryman is the first subcompact luxury crossover SUV released by BMW under the MINI line, becoming MINI’s second most popular model. This 5-door SUV is now in its second generation as of 2017. Still, models from 2014 to 2016 also received a facelift that included a new hexagonal radiator grille and additional colors. There are many sleek options available in the Countryman line, but you want to make sure your model is reliable as well.

Honda Pilot by Kevauto — CC-BY-SA-4.0 When it comes to SUVs, there aren’t many manufacturers with a better reputation than Honda. That being said, no Honda SUV is perfect, and the Pilot has been in production long enough to have more than a couple of problem years. Suppose you’re serious about getting a reliable and long-lasting SUV. In that case, you need to know the Honda Pilot years to avoid and why you should avoid them.

Buick Enclave by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 There is no doubt about it: the Buick Enclave is a more luxurious spin on the midsize SUV market. However, the Buick Enclave doesn’t exactly have the best track record in terms of reliability. Here are the Buick Enclave years to avoid. Usually, we list the problems by year or in some category, but outside of the 2008 models, they all suffer from similar problems.

Source: Pixabay The Volkswagen Jetta has earned its reputation as a classic family-friendly, compact sedan. Sold since 1984 in the U.S., the Jetta isn’t going away anytime soon. As a long-enduring compact sedan, it’s no wonder that it’s a popular option when buying a second-hand car. So you’re probably asking, is the Volkswagen Jetta a reliable car? Unfortunately, the Jetta isn’t exactly known for its reliability. This is why we made a list of the Volkswagen Jetta years to avoid.

Lexus IS250 by Altair78 — CC BY-SA 3.0 Lexus is one of the more affordable luxury vehicle brands out there, but they offer pretty good value for the money with lots of features, high reliability, and a lot of consistency between models. With that in mind, most people are willing to trust Lexus to be consistent and durable, especially since Lexus is the luxury brand under Toyota. They benefit some from Toyota’s reputation for reliability, and plenty of loyal Toyota customers upgrade to Lexus, and Lexus drivers give Toyotas a try as well if they’re looking for more affordable vehicles.

Subaru WRX by Motor Verso — CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Subaru WRX took a life of its own in 2015. It was based on the Subaru Impreza, produced between 1992 and 2014. Today, it’s a standalone model popular among many driving enthusiasts. The WRX is a racy car that is fun to drive, even on twisted roads. At CoPilot, we want to ensure you know which model to get when looking for a used WRX.

Source: Pixabay The SUV market is one of the, if not the toughest segments in the automotive industry right. Car manufacturers have to go above and beyond to strike a balance of performance, features, reliability, and value to stand out. Unfortunately, the Mitsubishi Outlander just can’t catch a break and seems to be always outgunned by the competition. Don’t get us wrong; the Mitsubishi Outlander is a fine seven-seater SUV that provides enough features, practicality, and value proposition.