These cars need engine rebuilds most often

Consumer Reports identified 11 cars that showed major engine problems, and offered more reliable alternatives.

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Audi

2010 Audi A4

Each car on this list showed a much higher chance of housing major engine troubles, according to Consumer Reports data. It starts with the 2010 Audi A4.

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Ford

2008 Ford F-350

The 2008 Ford F-350 showed data points that highlight an engine rebuild occurred as early as 65,000 miles. Note, a 2019 model is pictured.

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Chrysler

2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser

The 2001 Chrysler PT Cruise was a cool, retro thing, but it's not very reliable, per the data.

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Mini

2008 Mini Cooper/Clubman

The 2008 Mini Cooper/Clubman had engine rebuilds happen around 122,000 miles.

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Chevrolet

2010 Chevy Equinox

Super popular, but perhaps not super reliable, the 2010 Equinox had reports of blown engines as soon as approximately 84,500 miles.

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GMC

2010 GMC Terrain

The same goes for the Equinox's platform mate, the GMC Terrain.

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Jeep

2006 Jeep Wrangler

The 2006 Jeep Wrangler is a capable off-roader, but its 2.4-liter engine suffered issues around 150,000 miles.

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Cadillac

2010 Cadillac SRX

This Cadillac crossover showed signs of major engine troubles around 130,000 miles.

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Acura

2003 Acura MDX

As the 2003 MDX approached 200,000 miles, owners reported engine rebuilds.

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Buick

2006 Buick Lucerne

One of the last floaty Buicks had reports of full engine rebuilds between 116,000-143,000 miles.

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GMC

2010 GMC Acadia

The 2010 GMC Acadia suffered from blown engines at around 106,000-129,000 miles.

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