The Jeep Wrangler is an icon loved by generations of drivers. One of the main reasons everyone loves it is its rugged look that’s perfect for roads of tar and dirt. The Jeep Wrangler has been around for a long time, and unfortunately, not every year was built to perfection. Below, we’ll share some Jeep Wrangler years to avoid keeping you out of the hot seat when purchasing an older model.

The Honda Civic is an all-time favorite among consumers, known for its solid reputation. It’s economical but durable and has a valid claim as one of the best cars around. The Honda Civic has been on the market for some time now, and not each release was picture perfect. We’ve compiled a list of Honda Civic years to avoid, helping you get the best of the make and avoid the worst.

The Subaru Outback has been around for over two decades, making its name one of America’s favorite SUVs. It has the drive of a car with the same fuel economy while giving adventure seekers enough space to pack up and take off to the great outdoors. Though there are many reliable Subaru models, not all perform as drivers expect. Below, we’ll look at the Subaru Outback years to avoid, helping you pick the best preowned.

When it was introduced in 2007, the midsize crossover market was still relatively small, with not nearly the number of models offered today. But the Ford Edge has been popular, selling over 100,000 cars in the United States every year outside of 20091. Fortunately, most people who bought those million-plus cars got reliable midsize CUVs. With the oldest models celebrating fourteen or fifteen years at this point, there are plenty of them still on the road today.

Since 1966, the Toyota Corolla has been reportedly the best-selling car in history, having sold over 44 million units as of 2016 (though some will debate that the Corolla is several different models and shouldn’t all count). It has managed to build its reputation as an affordable car that you can depend on for years. And while it lives up to this reputation, the model isn’t without any flaws. Some years have seen their fair share of issues, while others have much cleaner service records.

With the rise of subcompact SUVs, essentially the more rugged and versatile cousins of hatchbacks, more niches have arisen for new cars to fill. And if you’re looking for an off-road capable vehicle that you can parallel park easily, you have two options: the Jeep Renegade and the Subaru Crosstrek. Jeep beat Subaru to the punch, releasing the Renegade for the 2015 model year, but Subaru came in quickly behind with the 2016 Crosstrek.

While Ford and Chevy both took breaks from their midsize pickup options, the Nissan Frontier has been chugging along steadily since 1997. And while there were a few years in the mid-2000s that sullied the reputation of the Frontier, it has been a solid offering with relatively few problems once the ship was righted. It has even been J.D. Power’s most reliable midsize pickup three years in a row. If you take our advice on which Nissan Frontier years to avoid, you should easily be able to find a strong, dependable midsize pickup.

The Equinox first debuted in showrooms back in 2005 and has seen pretty consistent success over the years as a popular crossover SUV. It was a first, as all Chevy SUVs models were designed with body-on-frame construction, and the Equinox was the first to have the body and the frame be built as two independent entities in body-on-frame construction. This means the structure and body were built as one. Does this new styling mean there are specific Equinox model years to avoid?

While it’s generally considered a pretty reliable and popular vehicle for crossover enthusiasts, the GMC Acadia has had some lingering problems throughout the years. There are some specific Acadia model years to avoid if you’re in the market for a used 7-seater. The issues have ranged from minor inconveniences to significant safety concerns that can cost thousands of dollars, so keep that in mind when looking for your next used Acadia.

Porsche 911 by Vauxford - CC BY Porsche’s two-door 911 sports car has been in production since 1963 and garnered numerous awards over the years. The vehicle has received particular praise for its air-cooled opposed rear-engine design (water-cooled since 1998) and independent suspension. Having been manufactured for over 50 years means that there’s a great number of used Porsche 911 year models to choose from. Luckily, CoPilot is here to help you choose the best option!