2025 Vehicles to Steer Clear Of: Expert Insights on the Worst Cars, Trucks, and SUVs

Jeep Gladiator

This pickup truck stands out as one of the most unique on the market, but its appeal is overshadowed by its poor reliability score of 21/100 from Consumer Reports, a modest 20MPG EPA rating, and high maintenance costs exceeding $12,000 annually, as reported by CarEdge.

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Additionally, its design is tailored for off-road trails rather than paved roads, making it unsuitable for comfortable family road trips. Unless your daily routine involves hauling logs through the Alaskan Tundra, a more comfortable and practical vehicle would be a better choice.