Top 10 Best High-Mileage Used Cars

Savvy shoppers know that buying a used car is a great way to get all of the features you want while saving loads of cash.

But are cars with over 100,000 miles really a good buy? Absolutely! We’ve rounded up the 10 best high-mileage used cars for you to put on your test-drive list.

 

10. Subaru Forester

Subaru is among the most dependable brands, and the Forester is no exception. These crossovers have crossed over 100,000 miles while still going strong. Your biggest problem may be finding a Subie owner willing to let their Forester go. They’re a pretty loyal bunch.

9. Ford F-150

Technically, not a car, but the F-150 is the top-selling vehicle on the market. These powerhouse pickups are flying beyond the 100,000-mile mark without breaking a sweat. Brand-new, getting the full menu of options can get pricey. If you’re heart’s set on a truck, a used F-150 is a great buy.

8. Honda Civic

It’s not uncommon to see a used Honda Civic with 200,000 miles holding its own in highway traffic. Like Subarus and Toyotas, Hondas are hailed for their longevity. And it’s easy to find a used Honda Civic with a long list of creature comforts and safety technology, making them a great value.

7. Mazda MX-5 Miata

It’s not just the Mazda MX-5 Miata’s timeless design that lands it on our list. They’re darn good cars. A used MX-5 Miata is a great option if you’re looking for a roadster for weekend drives, but it can make your daily commute a lot easier to tolerate, too.

6. Nissan Maxima

The Nissan Maxima makes our list on the strength of the sporty 300-horsepower V6 engine and an impressive list of features on later used models. It’s a great option if you’re looking to upgrade your daily driver. The Maxima is a blast to drive, and it’s easy on fuel.

5. Honda Odyssey

A used Honda Odyssey is an incredible value if you’ve got a lot of people and/or a lot of stuff to haul around. This van boasts a robust 3.5L V6 engine that doesn’t sacrifice gas mileage for power. And, like its Honda siblings, it’s not uncommon to see one with well over 100,000 miles on the odometer.

4. Toyota Corolla

At over 55 years old, the Corolla is, without question, the oldest nameplate on our list. It’s got a well-earned reputation for being one of the best-built cars on the road. Don’t shy away from a used Toyota Corolla with more than 150,000 miles: this is The Little Sedan That Can.

3. Subaru Outback

We love the Subaru Outback for its all-around versatility. It delivers the passenger room, cargo capacity, and ground clearance of an SUV but gets better mileage, and you don’t need a stepladder to get in and out. And because it’s a Subaru, you’ll be handing the Outback down through generations.


 

2. Toyota Camry

Look, we get it; Toyota cars may not be the sexiest sedans on the road. But the Camry is loaded with safety and comfort features. And the designers made great use of interior space: even the back seat is spacious enough to keep adults comfortable. A used Toyota Camry with over 100k on it can still deliver another 100-200k miles of service.

1. Honda Accord

The Accord edges out the Camry for one important reason: smartphone compatibility. Toyota didn’t offer Apple and Android integration until recent years, so if you need that and don’t have the budget for a newer model, get a used Honda Accord. Plus, the Accord is durable—at least one has logged one million miles—and is inexpensive to maintain. The Honda Accord is the real deal on our list.

The Best Cars in Their Golden Years

There you have it, our 10 best high-mileage used cars available today. With more manufacturers incentivizing owners to stay on top of regular maintenance, cars are lasting longer than ever before. So, if you’re looking for a great deal, don’t turn away from these great vehicles just because they’ve cruised past the 6-digit mark. There’s still plenty of life left in them!