The Mini Cooper became one of the most popular and recognizable vehicles in recent decades, largely due to the terrible parking situation in many large cities. It’s very fun to drive and can fit into any parking space far more easily than your average vehicle. Unfortunately, these advantages do come at quite a price.
The average Mini Cooper will set you back around $1,500 per year in maintenance fees alone. One of its most prominent issues over the years has been faulty electric door locks, which might get you locked out of the vehicle. Another major issue is that the Mini Cooper S clutch tends to stop working properly a lot sooner than you might expect meaning you’ll have to pay for that replacement sooner than you’d hoped.
Audi A4
Audi first launched its popular A4 model back in 1994. This was the company’s first executive compact vehicle and became an instant hit among consumers. Despite its demand, we’re quite sure that nobody knows how much it costs to maintain. You can expect around $1,000 annually for basic repairs, but costs can get much higher than that.
Getting an oil change on your brand-new A4 will cost almost $200, about four times as much as the average price. Hopefully, you’re already aware that Audi, like many other luxury brands, charges much higher prices when it comes to servicing. Fortunately, its fuel economy is one of the best in the world, as the A4 gets over 40 miles per gallon. Wow!
BMW M6
Ah, the BMW M6. It’s widely considered the German automaker’s most impressive and powerful vehicle, as it boasts an incredible 600 horsepower. The M6 is fitted with a breathtaking twin-turbo engine and is one of the best performers on the road. It has an average annual cost that’s around the $1,500 mark, which is relatively low compared to its price.
Customary to the luxury sports vehicles on our list, repairs on the M6 will cost you quite a pretty penny. Expect thousands of dollars in upkeep if you ever have a faulty or broken component, and try not to crash the car, as replacing it entirely will cost you more than a hundred thousand dollars.
Dodge Ram 1500
Anyone who loves pickup trucks will tell you that the Dodge Ram 1500 is a fantastic truck. It has all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a heavy-duty SUV, and can definitely lift its weight when it comes to this competitive industry. One thing that doesn’t get mentioned often enough though, is that the Ram 1500 loves gulping your money down, as well as your fuel.
It’s estimated that the Ram 1500 costs the average owner around $1,200 annually. The cost was calculated between maintenance and fuel costs on a per-year basis. Recharging the Ram’s AC will cost you an additional $150. We’ve also heard reports that the pickup truck’s rear window seal often breaks down over time, causing water to leak inside. Better to save that feature for the outdoor pool.
Ford Mustang
Nine out of ten Americans will agree that the strongest muscle car out there is the Ford Mustang. It has been a staple of American roads for the last few decades and remains a highly affordable vehicle with a wonderful money-to-power ratio. Side fact: the Ford Mustang is the most often crashed car in the entire United States.
While Mustangs are extremely cheap compared to their raw power, they are also hard to control and cause many crashes. Repair prices can add up to some pretty high numbers, and the Pony was always known as a serious fuel drinker. Nevertheless, if you drive safely and responsibly, you should be good. But no one buys a Mustang for safe and responsible...