Best cars to own 2022
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These are the best cars to own, according to the latest Honest John Satisfaction Index.
Drivers were asked to evaluate their cars in a number of key areas, including comfort, reliability, fuel economy, cost of repair and ease of use.
Owners also rated their cars for practicality, handling and performance. These are the 10 cars that were top of the class, based on feedback from 5,000 drivers with a minimum of 20 Satisfaction Index submissions per model.
Best cars to own
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Hyundai Ioniq
Satisfaction rating: 95.7%
The Hyundai Ioniq takes the top spot for the Honest John Satisfaction Index for the second year in a row. Drivers of the electric and hybrid models were full of praise for the Ioniq, with high scores for ease of use, comfort and practicality. The Ioniq also scored highly for reliability with its 9.93 out of 10 being the highest rating of any car in the entire index.
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Volkswagen T-Roc
Satisfaction rating: 93.7%
The Volkswagen T-Roc takes second place with an impressive score of 93.7 per cent. Owners praised the T-Roc for its reliability, ride comfort and ease of use. Volkswagen's SUV also scored maximum points for safety, which explains why it is the go-to vehicle for so many family car buyers.
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Mazda CX-5
Satisfaction rating: 93%
It was a strong showing from the Mazda CX-5 in the latest Honest John Satisfaction Index. The CX-5 is the best-rated car for road handling in this list with an average score of 9.58 out of 10, while drivers also gave high scores for safety and ease of use. The only blot on the report card is fuel economy, with owners ranking the CX-5 8.0 out of 10.
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Dacia Sandero (2013-2021)
Satisfaction rating: 92.6%
Proof that you don't need to spend big to get a satisfying hatchback, the previous-gen Dacia Sandero - sold from 2013 to 2021 - takes third place with a brilliant 92.6 per cent. The Sandero was ranked as one of the UK's most dependable cars with a reliability score of 9.9 out of 10, while owners also hailed the Dacia for its affordable repair costs and all-round practicality.
Skoda Kodiaq
Satisfaction rating: 92.5%
Popular with family car buyers, the Skoda Kodiaq has the highest rating for practicality of any car in this list, notching up an average of 9.76 out of 10. The Kodiaq gets top marks for safety, which is also reflected in its five star Euro NCAP score. Skoda's SUV also gets exceptionally high scores for reliability and road handling.
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Honda CR-V
Satisfaction rating: 92.5%
We are big fans of the practical and comfortable Honda CR-V. And it appears that we are not alone, with drivers raving about the Honda's ease of use, ride comfort and all-round usability. The CR-V was marked down slightly for fuel economy (8.0 out of 10) but generally owners are extremely satisfied with Honda's SUV, which is reflected in its impressive 92.5 per cent overall score.
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Skoda Superb Estate
Satisfaction rating: 92.2%
The Superb Estate is praised for its huge boot, comfortable interior and high levels of standard safety equipment. Drivers also rate the Superb highly for its road performance, handling and in-car tech. When it comes to all-important reliability the Superb Estate notches up an excellent 9.54 out of 10.
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Volkswagen Tiguan
Satisfaction rating: 92.2%
The Volkswagen Tiguan gets positive scores from owners, who praise its ease of use, practically and in-car tech. The Tiguan is also praised for its reliability (9.83 out of 10). But it falters slightly with lower scores for ride comfort and road handling.
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BMW 3 Series Touring (2012-2019)
Satisfaction rating: 91.8%
Are you looking for a used premium estate car? Look no further than the BMW 3 Series Touring. It might have been phased out in 2019 for an all-new model but it is still drawing the plaudits from owners. BMW's executive estate gets 9.62 (out of 10) for reliability, while owners also give high scores for handling and performance.
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Toyota Corolla
Satisfaction rating: 91.6%
Last but by no means least is the excellent Toyota Corolla. Owners say they love the Corolla's fuel economy, reliability and ease of use. The Corolla also gets consistently high scores for safety, comfort and in-car tech. Little wonder, perhaps, the Corolla is one of Toyota's best-selling cars in the UK.
