Toyota 86 ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2017–2025)
Side-by-side reliability scores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Toyota 86 we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the 86 across generations.
Average Score
87/100
Best Year
2025 Toyota 86
Score 89
Weakest Year
2022 Toyota 86
Score 82
Every Toyota 86 Ranked
Sorted by reliability score. Each link opens the full year-specific report.
A driver's car with rock-solid fundamentals, making reliability a non-issue for most owners.
Top risks: Engine Oil System (Heavy Track Use) · Clutch & Brake Wear · Fuel System Noise
A top-tier choice for driving enthusiasts seeking proven reliability, provided the key engine recall has been addressed.
Top risks: Engine Valve Springs · Manual Transmission Throwout Bearing · Engine RTV Sealant Debris
A purist's delight with rock-solid fundamentals, just watch for carbon and manual transmission wear.
Top risks: Engine - Direct Injection System · Manual Transmission - Throw-Out Bearing · Electrical - Infotainment System
A driver's car with exceptional reliability that has matured into a nearly bulletproof platform.
Top risks: Fuel System/Engine Intake · Suspension & Chassis · Interior & Trim
A modern classic that offers thrilling reliability, provided you address its critical engine design quirk.
Top risks: Engine Oil System · Manual Transmission · Exterior Paint/Interior Trim
A spirited, fun-to-drive coupe that blends enthusiast appeal with impressive Toyota/Subaru reliability, albeit with one significant engine caveat to monitor.
Top risks: Engine (FA24D Sealant) · Clutch & Manual Transmission · Suspension Bushings & Links
A reliable, fun-to-drive sports car if you manage its known, albeit minor, drivetrain quirks.
Top risks: Clutch & Manual Transmission · Engine (FA20) - Carbon Buildup · Interior Trim & Materials
An accessible, dependable driver's car that demands proactive engine maintenance for long-term enjoyment.
Top risks: Engine Health & Drivability · Manual Transmission Functionality · Interior & Exterior Trim Quality
A pure driver's car with a critical engine anomaly that demands careful consideration and proactive mitigation.
Top risks: Engine (FA24) · Oil System (Track Use) · Interior Electronics/Infotainment
Problems That Follow the 86 Across Generations
Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.
Clutch & Manual Transmission
Appears in 2 model years · 22% of generations