Named the brands of cars with the highest mileage: is your vehicle’s mileage above average?

Hundreds of cars with low mileage can be found on the classifieds portals at a lower than market price. Car market experts advise not to rush to purchase such a vehicle, as the real reasons for the attractive price may be hidden behind it. Car data company “carVertical” conducted a study during which it determined the average mileage of the most popular car brands in Lithuania.

More rolled – more unreliable

Although a vehicle with high mileage may cost less, it is not uncommon for the savings to be spent on repairs. Some of the components of such a car may be more severely worn and this increases the probability of malfunctions.

Mileage is a factor that tells a lot about a car’s condition and value, but odometer readings are falsified in the used car market, artificially inflating the price of vehicles. This problem creates an environment of unfair competition.

“Using a car with a higher than declared mileage is like a kind of lottery. It is difficult to predict when something will fail. Vehicles with original mileage are more valuable than those with reduced odometer readings. Such cars usually become unattractive on the market and it is difficult to sell them,” says Matas Buzelis, an expert on the car market and head of communication at carVertical.

Why do some cars have higher mileage?

The highest average mileage between 2008 Volvo (277,446 km) had the car brands manufactured and checked on the “carVertical” platform in Lithuania. Another brand valued by domestic drivers is Audi (262,373 km) and Škoda (256,625 km).

Among 10-year-old vehicles, Škoda cars have the highest recorded mileage – an average of 229,454 km. 200 thousand Volvo (208,957 km) and Audi (201,301 km) also exceed the mileage limit. “Skoda” also leads among 2018 of manufactured cars – 154,628 km. Immediately behind the models of this Czech manufacturer are Opel with 151,722 km and Renault with 140,703 km.

Higher class cars are extremely popular in countries with developed highway infrastructure. In countries like Germany, drivers are used to traveling long distances every day. They often choose cars suitable for long trips, such as Škoda, Volkswagen or more luxurious Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Swedish Volvo. More luxurious models can offer drivers more comfort and this makes a big difference when choosing a vehicle in which they will spend a large part of their time.

Lower mileage means higher price

Between 2008 of cars produced, Peugeot had the lowest average mileage – 190,001 km, Nissan – 194,146 km and Toyota – 204,202 km. The trio of leaders is no longer repeated between 2013. manufactured vehicles. In first place is Nissan (133,510 km), second is Renault (158,261 km) and third is Citroen (160,026 km).

Among 5-year-old cars, Mazda had the lowest mileage at 44,818 km, Nissan at 49,965 km and BMW at 75,221 km.

If the mileage of the car being driven is well above the average mileage of vehicles of that brand, drivers could consider selling the car. High-mileage models are often more trouble than good for owners – even if you don’t have the option to purchase the same model a few years newer or with lower mileage, carVertical experts suggest that you consider purchasing alternative models if it would significantly reduce costs in the long run.