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Consumer Reports has put out itsannual automaker reliableness list , and the top spot is relatively unsurprising : Subaru . What may come as a surprise to some is that Rivian ’s EVs are utter last , especially considering the company top out a different Consumer Reports survey fromearlier this yearabout the “ most loved ” auto brand .
The consumer issue said the dependability of Rivian ’s SUV and pickup are either below or well below the norm of other automakers ’ vehicles . The company ’s EVs did have some caller , though , as Ford ’s F-150 Lightning scored similarly poor marks , as did the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevrolet’sBlazer EV , which really stumble out of the logic gate .
Consumer Reports noted that customers shin with problems related to these EVs ’ electric motors , batteries , and charging systems . But client also experienced problem with the advanced technology in the cabin , like touchscreen - focused infotainment systems . The outlet also pronounce it lacked sufficient data point to evaluate electron volt from parvenue Lucid Motors , or from the likes of Porsche and Polestar .
Overall , Consumer Reports order eV are improve in reliability . Some mark particularly well , admit Ford ’s Mustang Mach - E , while the reliability of Tesla ’s Model 3 and Model Y was more average . But all - electric vehicle and cud - in loan-blend still give possessor more problems than standard intercrossed railcar or ones with intimate burning engine .
