A number of popular new and used cars have been branded as the most unreliable vehicles on UK roads, and drivers are being warned to stay clear of them when looking to buy
A popular online motoring influencer has flagged several car models for their dismal reliability ratings, cautioning used car shoppers to steer clear. Abigayle Andre is the force behind the TikTok channel @shetalkscars, where she churns out videos doling out advice on slashing car running costs and pinpoints top picks for new and pre-owned vehicles.
In a fresh clip, Abigayle unpacks the UK’s least reliable cars, as unearthed by a study from ALA Insurance, warning fans to give the Range Rover Evoque a wide berth if they’re hunting for a steadfast SUV. She shared her personal ordeal: “This one is particularly touchy for me.
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“This channel would not be here if it wasn’t for this car breaking down that much.”
Adding with a hint of relief: “It’s the Range Rover Evoque! I don’t miss that thing.” Introduced in 2018, the second-gen Evoque is the most accessible Range Rover on the market right now, boasting an array of engines including petrol, diesel, and hybrids.
Nonetheless, ALA Insurance pointed out that owners of the Range Rover Evoque placed 213 warranty claims in 2023 alone, slotting it as the third-most unreliable vehicle in Britain.
For those still tempted by the Range Rover Evoque charm, Abigayle suggests targeting models under three years old that are still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, reports the Express.
To add to Land Rover’s woes, Abigayle later reveals in her video that the two other models at the bottom of the reliability chart also hail from the Jaguar Land Rover family.
She said: “Number two is shocking but not surprising, and I know that this is going to upset people because, for many, this is their dream car. It’s the Range Rover Sport.
“And brace yourselves, folks – can you guess what took the number one position? I was totally expecting this one. Ta da! Sitting right at the pinnacle of unreliability is the Land Rover Discovery Sport.”
The video has since gone viral, racking up more than 112,000 views and 1,700 likes, sparking a fierce debate amongst drivers on whether Jaguar Land Rover vehicles truly merited such a prominent spot on the list.
One disgruntled viewer shared their expensive ordeal: “A Discovery Sport blew up on me. Out of control, I had to pay for the new engine as it was a write off. £10,000!”
On the other hand, a satisfied customer countered with praise for their vehicle: “Range Rover Sport, five years [I’ve] had mine. [It] hasn’t failed once, the most reliable motor I’ve had.”
