Which of the budget sedans holds up well in the long run?

Ashutosh on 06 January 2025 10:04
Long term reliability is always a big factor for buyers of budget friendly sedans. While the Nissan Sunny has been around for a while, how does it shape up against its rivals in this all important area? I’m sure that there are some common issues that Sunny owners run into after a few years of ownership, so what are some of them? I will draw a parallel here between Sunny’s reliability and other widely sold budget sedans such as Honda City, Hyundai Verna or Toyota Yaris. What makes Sunny more or less reliable for the long haul? Factors that could apply include anything from availability and cost of spare parts to how often major repairs fall due, or whether the car can cope with high mileage without too many problems. The Sunny's long term reliability may be very helpful for giving potential buyers an informed decision.
Piyush on 18 November 2024 00:22
The Sunny is pretty bullet proof in my experience. I've seen these things on the road running as taxis with over 300,000 km on the clock and still going.

Shiba on 26 November 2024 21:58
Sure, it’s reliable, but so are most Japanese cars these days. The question is if after 5+ years it is as much fun to drive as the competition.

Animesh on 04 December 2024 03:43
Sunny’s reliability is good enough but parts availability is a problem for the car, more so than other popular cars such as the Honda City.

Charu on 09 December 2024 22:19
I'd say it's average. They're not as bulletproof as a Toyota, but they're far superior than some of the budget European options.

Anika on 18 December 2024 05:49
The diesel engine in the Sunny is very robust. That's the way to go if you're looking for long term reliability.

Rajat on 23 December 2024 02:31
Reliability is fine, but the Sunny’s resale value lags far behind its competition. Something to keep in mind for long term ownership.

Vibhu on 29 December 2024 23:59
The interior materials don't hold up very well over time and it's reliable enough, but not as much so as the original. After a few years expect lots of rattles and worn out bits.


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