2025 Cars to Skip: The Inside Scoop on the Worst Vehicles, Trucks & SUVs

14.Mini Cooper

The Mini Cooper may have a reputation for being cute, but that's about all it has going for it. Consumer Reports rates its reliability at a mere 30/100, which is significantly lower than the median of 60, and far behind many Japanese cars that score over 80.

Beyond its reliability, the Mini has a cramped interior and is plagued with issues such as power steering problems and engine overheating, according to Edmunds. Despite being a non-luxury compact car, its maintenance costs rival those of midsize luxury vehicles, making it a more expensive option than it’s worth.