Many owners report that the Dualis is a not a high quality car. Nissan CVT transmissions are well known for not lasting long...

Petrol models are generally reliable. Diesel models can be expensive to maintain and repair and are best avoided...

Engine options are 4B11 (2.0-litre), normally-aspirated or turbocharged and 4B12 (2.4-litre) and both are generally reliable. Both use a timing chain that...

Diesel models are cheaper on fuel but if used mainly for short trips they can require expensive maintenance. These are best suited to regular longer journies...

The dual-clutch automatic (PowerShift) transmission has been a great source of problems for owners and for Ford, including a large fine and class action...

2.0-litre petrol engine models are generally very reliable with few common problems. SP23 model with 2.3-litre petrol engine can suffer oil leaks and...

The 2.3-litre turbo models should be avoided due to many complaints about engine and turbo failures. Fuel economy is poor. Later 2.5-litre engine is more...

Owners report that these models are very reliable. As the engines use direct-injection, they can suffer from carbon build-up that can cause poor running. This...

A mostly reliable model. The smaller-engined IS200 needs revs to move briskly, the IS300 is more powerful. Front suspension components can wear and require...

The quality was not great on early models but improved over time. Automatic transmissions can be problematic and require expensive replacement. The transfer...

Generally a reliable model. Some reported problems with steering system and automatic transmission failures, although these do not appear to be too common....

Automatic transmissions are problematic and must be serviced frequently to avoid problems. Differentials also need frequent oil changes. Air conditioner...

Eighth generation Civic manufactured in Thailand. No common major mechanical problems. Some paint colours suffer from clear coat peel. Owners report that this...

Mostly a very reliable model but alternators, starter motors and power steering pumps failures are not uncommon. Air conditioning problems are common, and is...

A 2.4-litre 4-cylinder engine was available on some models, and uses a timing belt which requires regular replacement. There are significant reports of 3...

Similar story to the earlier JG series, but with more engine choices to go wrong. Some reports say that the JH series fixed many of the problems of the JG,...

Possibly one of the worst used car buys around. Common problems include engine failure, transmission failure, problems with turbos, engine computers, oil and...

The Alloytech V6 engine can suffer from timing chain problems that requires costly replacement. Image credit: OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia...

Although build quality is not great and these models are not without common problems, parts are plentiful and cheap. The old-tech Ecotec V6 engine fitted to...

There is an endless list of common problems with this model and it is best avoided. Many reported total engine failures with diesel engines. They also require...