The Most Affordable SUVs To Maintain in 2025
With vehicle ownership costs rising, keeping maintenance expenses low has never been more important. Choosing an SUV that won’t rack up repair bills over time can make a big difference to your budget.
In this guide, we highlight the most affordable SUVs to maintain in 2025. Whether you're buying new or used, we also note each model’s recall history and the worst model years to avoid, helping you make a smarter, longer-term investment.
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Kia EV9
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $5,285
9
Chevrolet Equinox EV
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $5,285
8
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $5,043
7
Kia EV6
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $5,029
6
Subaru Solterra
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $4,825
5
Volkswagen ID.4
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $4,811
4
Hyundai Kona Electric
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $4,727
3
Nissan Ariya
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $4,671
2
Honda Prologue
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $4,600
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Toyota bZ4X
Maintenance Cost During the First 10 Years: $3,496