Breaking up is hard to do unless it’s with a car, truck or SUV that doesn’t live up to expectations. Whether its buyer’s remorse, high ownership costs, reliability issues or maybe the reality it just didn’t live up to the hype, a surprising amount of new car buyers part ways with their purchase within the first year of ownership. Econo-boxes aren’t exclusive to this list and high-end European marques hold a large number of spots, meaning that luxury may have its limits. Here are cars, trucks, and SUVs that people trade-in or sell before their first year of ownership is complete.
This perennial favorite of enthusiasts and journalists has a surprisingly high return rate despite being one of the most reliable and coveted cars on the market.
4Land Rover Evoque
The Evoque is Land Rover’s smallest SUV. It was a big hit when it first debuted in 2011, with edgy styling and off-road chops that matched its chiseled good looks. Despite being powered by a modest four-cylinder engine, the Evoque proved to be incredibly capable off-road, fun to drive on the road and loaded with a luxury kit that belies its entry-level status.
The little Land Rover can wade through nearly two-feet of water and is equipped with the excellent Terrain Response system for traversing rough trails. High ownership costs, insurance, and reliability issues contributed to 10.9% of buyers ditching the Evoque after less than a year.
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