Source: Pixabay While SUVs, trucks, and crossovers have taken over the American automotive market and receive the most marketing, we believe that small and subcompact cars still have their place. As car prices continue to skyrocket, many budget-conscious buyers will appreciate what subcompact cars have to offer. Subcompact cars are excellent for getting from point A to B in the most practical and affordable way possible. But that’s not all.

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.

Acura RDX by Kevauto - CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Acura RDX is one of the prominent SUV options from the Acura lineup, first appearing on the market in 2006. It’s an excellent entry-level option for an SUV. If you’re interested in purchasing a used version of this vehicle, it’s best to get the most bang for your buck. You might wonder - what is the Acura RDX’s most reliable year? If you want to make the most of your money, select the most reliable year.

The Nissan Armada is the company’s biggest SUV, accommodating seven to eight passengers. The Armada is one of the few real SUVs – not a crossover – with robust body-on-frame construction and potent engines. It’s also worth noting that the Armada is mechanically similar to the Infiniti QX80 with a more value-oriented focus. With that said, the Nissan Armada isn’t the most popular SUV in the segment. Despite that, many people love Nissan’s full-size SUV, which is why Nissan keeps making it.

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.

Ford Explorer Limited by RL GNZLZ - CC BY Did you know that the very first Ford Explorer was based on the compact Ford Ranger Pickup truck? In fact, it even shared much of the Ranger’s front fascia, bumper and even its headlights. For 2018, the Ford Explorer has definitely evolved into something that is designed for the sole purpose of moving families, their gear and their toys with ease.

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.