Mar 30, 2026

20 Great Cars To Own for More Than 15 Years

Written by Travis Woods
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Edited by Amen Oyiboke-Osifo
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Buying a new ride is a serious investment. Not only are vehicles becoming increasingly expensive due to inflation, but there are additional costs as well, including accrued interest on financing, insurance premiums and regular maintenance fees — all of which can add thousands to the total cost of a new car or truck.



All of which is why you want your investment-on-wheels to be able to go the distance and last as long as possible, making its costs worthwhile. To that end, iSeeCars recently compiled a list of several vehicles capable of lasting 15 years or longer.

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From that list, MoneyLion culled the 20 best rides capable of going nearly two decades before breaking down or requiring major maintenance – and found that those who wish to have a long-term relationship with their car should definitely consider a Toyota or a Lexus.

  • 2026 MSRP: $64,825

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 39.1%

  • 2026 MSRP: $41,870

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 32.9%

  • 2026 MSRP: $47,320

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 31.0%

  • 2026 MSRP: $41,260

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 30%

  • 2026 MSRP: $46,795

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 27.5%

  • 2026 MSRP: $32,245

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 25.3%

  • 2026 MSRP: $65,485

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 18.3%



  • 2026 MSRP: $52,825

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 17%

  • 2026 MSRP: $40,795

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 14.7%

  • 2026 MSRP: $42,195

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 13.1%

  • 2026 MSRP: $42,795

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 13%

  • 2026 MSRP: $36,900

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 12%

  • 2026 MSRP: $45,570

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 12.7%

  • 2026 MSRP: $28,550

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 12.2%

  • 2026 MSRP: $63,700

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 11.8%

  • 2026 MSRP: $24,695

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 10.9%

  • 2026 MSRP: $38,300

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 10.8%

  • 2026 MSRP: $49,725

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 10.7%

  • 2026 MSRP: $30,920

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 10.6%

  • 2026 MSRP: $29,100

  • Percent chance of lasting 250,000 miles: 10.2%



This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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Written by
Travis Woods
Amen Oyiboke-Osifo
Edited by
Amen Oyiboke-Osifo