How many km is enough for a car?


How many km is enough for a car? A good car is 15,000 km a year, so if you can find a 10 year old car that has done 150,000 kilometres, that's a good car. On average, though, it's more likely to be 250,000 km.


Is a 15 year old car too old?

Cars older than eight to 10 years will be a riskier option, depending on the driving and maintenance history, while vehicles over 15 to 20 are usually nearing the end of their service lives.


Is a 10 year old car too old?

Cars over 10 years old can still be reliable. Most vehicles can last well over a decade with proper care and maintenance. In fact, the average car on U.S. roads is now 12.5 years old, according to a study from S&P Global Mobility. Furthermore, a car doesn't really stop depreciating until it hits that 10-year mark.