Following its list of top picks for 2014, Consumer Reports has also published its list of cars that buyers should avoid. The automaker that takes the biggest hit is Chrysler, with many Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles appearing on the list.
Faults Consumer Reports typically call out include noisy cabins, underpowered engines, unrefined transmissions, poor handling, and complicated infotainment systems.
Here is the Consumer Reports list, divided by segment:
Subcompact cars
Smart ForTwo
Scion iQ
Chevrolet Spark
Compact cars
Scion tC
Mitsubishi Lancer
Dodge Dart
Midsize sedans
Chrysler 200/Dodge Avenger
Large sedans
Ford Taurus
Luxury sedans
Lexus IS
Lincoln MKS
BMW 7 Series
Wagons & minivans
Honda Crosstour
Small SUVs
Jeep Compass
Jeep Patriot
Jeep Cherokee with 2.4-litre engine
Mitsubishi Outlander
Midsize & large SUVs
Ford Edge
Nissan Armada
Dodge Journey
Luxury SUVs
Volvo XC90
Lincoln MKX
Range Rover Evoque
Source: Consumer Reports via USA Today
