A U.S. guide to proven longevity, owner-reported dependability, new-model risk, and the strongest SUV choices by buyer type The answer to what SUV is the most reliable depends on whether you are buying new or used, need two or three rows, and define reliability as few repairs, long useful life, or low ownership cost. If one midsize SUV must be named from current long-term evidence, the Toyota 4Runner has the strongest claim. The important catch…