Hello,
I searched through the videos and could not find the answer to my questions. Of the following vehicles:
- 2014 Corvette Stingray 2LT
- 2020 Corvette Stingray 2LT
- 2021 Honda Civic 174hp 1.5L Turbo 4
- 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Fastback 310hp 2.3L
- 2021 Ford Mustang GT Fastback 5.0L Ti-VCT V8
1. Will the engine and transmission of the models listed run 200,000+ miles reliably with regular maintenance and oil changes? I am not extremely hard on vehicles, but I tend to get up to speed quickly and drive in a way that puts my mileage on the lower side of the car's potential. Also, if it is a factor, they would be driven in Oregon where we have four solid seasons, but not a lot of snow. I realize there is not much information on vehicles like the 2020+ Stingray, so I would adjust my question to ask if it is anticipated to last 200,000+ miles or are there any factors that make this unlikely.
2. Are the computers and standard audio system interfaces reliable for the journey to 200,000 miles or are any of them unreliable/new untested systems? In the past, I knew people that had issues with Ford's entertainment system, such as not recognizing MP3s on flash drives, other bugs that were never figured out and fixed.
All would be used as daily drivers, but the Corvette or GT would not be driven as much during winter months.
Thank you in advance for your assistance!
A better question to #1 is how many miles can one reliably expect to get out of the engine and transmission of these models with regular maintenance and oil changes?
For both of those, I agree with Yaser, and a No to the 2014 and 2020 Corvettes along with the 2021 Mustangs (both of them). This is not a guarantee, mind you, but a prediction based on past issues and track record. In fact, at least in the case of the 2 Corvettes I am wondering if it will make it trouble-free to 100,000 miles. I have a 2004 Corvette I was going to replace in the future and always had my eye on the C7 generation Vettes (especially the Grand Sport with a manual). I’m the type that likes to buy used and older (so we can learn of all the issues) and also keep forever, and it scared me off. Even though I would probably keep the C7 Vette under 100,000 miles (easily, since it’d be a fun toy), I don’t like the idea of owning those Corvettes out of warranty as well as dropping a few thousand here and there on repairs. The C8 would be even worse.
My recommendation is to lease the new performance cars (from the Big 3), or if you buy it always have it under warranty (both bumper to bumper and powertrain). You especially want bumper to bumper due to all the fancy (and finicky in the case of GM) electronics potentially going haywire on you.
Of those 5, I would get the Civic as it has the best chance of making it to 200,000 miles. Jury is still out on the longevity of that engine but, based on educated guess, I would get the Civic. Which trim?
Thank you. I was considering the ex trim for the Honda.
I'm trying to buy my last two cars; a daily driver for all weather conditions, and a sporty daily driver that would see little ice and rain driving. I'm trying to meet the sweet spot of long-lasting cars that still come in easier on the budget than top-tier alternatives.
After reading all of your comments, I think I will most likely consider the Honda with sport trim in the 2.0 NA engine. I'm disappointed that I will miss the performance of the turbo, but at this point in my life, I need something that will last. Of these types of vehicles, I prefer the look of the Civic to the Accord, Camry, and Corolla. The EcoBoost was a secondary consideration if it could be trusted to last.
As for the sporty choice, I prefer the looks of the Corvette. I currently have a 2014 Stringray 2LT with 38k on it, but like the three of you have mentioned, I have concerns about keeping it if it isn't bulletproof enough to trust to 200k. It is my preferred look, but I was willing to consider a Mustang GT or even a new Camaro of equal model if it would better guarantee long-lasting reliability. Unfortunately I am not as excited about the look of import sports cars. I may just be out of luck for a fun V8 that will grow old with me.
I truly appreciate yours and everyone else's wisdom on this.
The answer to both your questions is NO.
Thank you. What is the life expectancy of the Civic and Mustang EcoBoost?
I really don’t know about their life expectancy, but if you want something to last the longest, consider NA engines and manual transmission.
The civic has the best chance but I really don't see anyone of those going over 200000.
