Britain’s most reliable cars and brands revealed

Honda has secured first place in the respected 2025 What Car? Reliability Survey, with an impressive overall score of 96.6%.

The Japanese manufacturer toppled MINI to take pole position for the first time in seven years, thanks to strong performances from the latest Civic, HR-V and Jazz.

MINI still did well, thanks to an impressive 99.1% individual score for the MINI Hatch (2014-2024).

Suzuki took third place, bolstered by strong showings from the latest S-Cross and the 2017-2024 Swift, while Toyota moved up from fifth to fourth.

“This is an incredible achievement and one we are extremely proud of at Honda,” said Rebecca Adamson, Head of Automobile at Honda Motor Europe (UK).

“Reliability is a cornerstone of our brand, and this recognition reflects the trust our customers place in us. In 2025 and beyond, we remain committed to delivering vehicles that not only inspire but also stand the test of time.”

Four models shared top spot with a remarkable 100% score for reliability – the Hyundai i10 (2020-present), Hyundai Santa Fe (2018-2024), Kia EV3 (2024-present) and Toyota GR Yaris (2016-present).

Ashley Andrew, President of Hyundai & Genesis UK, said: “Reliability is at the heart of what makes a great car, and these results underline the trust our customers place in Hyundai.

“For both the i10 and SANTA FE to achieve perfect scores is a fantastic result and a true reflection of the quality and dependability built into every Hyundai.

“Just as importantly, our aftersales program is designed to make ownership straightforward, ensuring that whether it’s a routine service or any maintenance, customers can rely on Hyundai to get the job done efficiently.”

The 2025 What Car? Reliability Survey, which gathered feedback from 32,493 UK car owners covering 227 models and 30 manufacturers.