Mechanics Are Not Fans of These Luxury Car Brands
Some luxury cars cause more headaches than others. Sure, they look great, but they’re a total nightmare to fix. We’ve asked mechanics for the top 25 reasons they hate certain luxury brands. From pricey parts to tricky tech, read on to find out just which cars make the list.
BMW 7 Series
The BMW 7-Series tries to do everything. It’s loaded with gadgets, sensors, and software that loves to throw tantrums. Even replacing the battery means reprogramming the entire car. Mechanics say it feels more like fixing a computer than a car.
Audi A8
Mechanics dread seeing an Audi A8 rolling into the shop. Working on the A8 is like doing brain surgery through a mail slot. Everything’s tightly packed, and one bad sensor messes up the whole system. The electronics break down a lot, and simple repairs take hours.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The S-Class is like a luxury cruise ship on wheels. And, it has the maintenance schedule to match. The suspension is high-tech. When one thing breaks, it often takes down other things with it. It’s fancy and smooth, sure, but a headache behind the scenes.
Range Rover
Ask any mechanic about the Range Rover and you’ll hear the same thing: it’s a beautiful car, but a nightmare to work on. The car has endless electrical issues, and the air suspension tends to quit unexpectedly. Fixing one thing leads to finding two more problems.
Jaguar XF
Jaguar’s XF is sleek, but it’s also full of problems under the hood. Electrical gremlins and finicky sensors take center stage, and parts are hard to find. Mechanics say it’s like fixing a temperamental car - you never know what mood it’s in or what’ll go wrong next.
Maserati Ghibli
Not even the Ghibli is free from problems. And, this one’s like a drama queen that wants attention all the time. Mechanics deal with so much difficulty finding parts. Stuff breaks often, and fixing it usually isn’t quick or cheap.
Porsche Cayenne
The Porsche Cayenne is sporty and cool. But it’s packed tighter than a can of sardines. Simple jobs like changing spark plugs turn into multi-hour projects for even the most skilled mechanics. It’s high-maintenance, and mechanics call it a “fancy money pit.”
Tesla Model S
Tesla’s Model S is basically a laptop on wheels. Mechanics have a hard time accessing the repair software and sourcing parts. Plus, there’s no engine noise to warn drivers when something’s off. It’s all digital, and that makes it a guessing game.
Alfa Romeo Giulia
The Giulia is one of the most beautiful cars in the world, but it’s known to throw a fit when you try to fix it. Electronics fail. Engines act weird. Parts are rare and not always in stock. Mechanics spend more time scratching their heads than anything else.
Cadillac CT6
The Cadillac CT6 is a mechanic’s worst nightmare. It tries too hard to be fancy and is full of high-tech features that break way too easily. Even the basic stuff takes longer than it should. Some parts are also hard to get, and others just don’t last.
Volvo XC90
Mechanics usually love Volvos - until the XC90 rolls in. It’s known for annoying electrical problems and a weak all-wheel-drive system that breaks often. This Volvo is not easy to fix. Some mechanics call it “the car that keeps giving” - but not in a good way.
Infiniti QX80
Infiniti’s QX80 is big and bulky - and that makes everything harder to get to. The engine bay is nothing more than a tight mess, and even routine work takes way too long for mechanics. Sure, it’s flashy, but it’s not fun to fix.
Lincoln Continental
The Lincoln Continental has a bunch of cool tech, but it doesn’t hold up well. Gadgets break down, and parts aren’t always available. It makes mechanics wonder why it has to be so complicated. It’s not a bad car - just annoying to work on.
Lexus LS
Mechanics say owners are lured in by the luxury of the Lexus LS - until the big repair bills come rolling in, that is. The engine is strong, but the air suspension is a ticking time bomb. The climate controls also love to break at the worst time.
Acura RLX
The Acura is not a bad car, but it is weird. Mechanics struggle to find parts for this rare car, while also scratching their heads as to how to fix some of its systems. It’s more like a puzzle with missing pieces.
Bentley Continental GT
Under the shiny shell, the Bentley Continental GT is basically a Volkswagen - but way more complicated. Mechanics hate the cramped engine bay, and every part has a premium price tag. Fixing the Bentley is like open-heart surgery with no room for error.
Ferrari California
Is there anything easy about the Ferrari California? Mechanics say no. Want to change the oil? That’ll be a full afternoon, thanks. Even the simplest repairs on a Ferrari California become a massive challenge that requires disassembly. It’s more like working on a race car.
Rolls-Royce Ghost
The Rolls-Royce Ghost is luxury at its finest - until you need a repair. The car is heavy, huge, and filled with tech that is not so simple to fix. Mechanics dread opening the hood because they’re never sure what they’ll find.
Aston Martin DB9
Aston Martin’s DB9 is beautiful. But it’s not practical. Parts are hard to find, and the layout under the hood is just awkward to sort through. Mechanics say it’s more art than machine, and that makes repairs an absolute nightmare.
Genesis G90
Mechanics are quickly learning what a headache the Genesis G90 really is to repair. It’s still new in the luxury world, but it is already causing chaos with its tricky gadgets, lack of parts, and unfamiliar territory. We wouldn’t want to be a mechanic working on one of these, either.
BMW X6
Mechanics think the new BMW X6 is more about style than sense. And, fixing anything on these cars is anything but fun. The sloped roofline makes it tricky to access, and working under the hood is just tight and frustrating.
Audi Q7
Older models of the Audi Q7 are a nightmare for mechanics. They were oil-leaking champions with timing chain issues and cramped engine bays. Mechanics needed tiny hands and a ton of patience to repair anything in these cars. And there was always more than one issue at a time.
Mercedes-Benz CLS
Mechanics hate the CLS with its overly sensitive parts and all those warning lights. Sure, it’s classy, but it also has an attitude. Electronics act up often, and the transmission is very unpredictable. It’s a nice ride - until another light goes on and it needs repairs.
Jaguar F-Pace
The Jaguar F-Pace is a sexy looking car, but the tech breaks easily. The infotainment system glitches, sensors go wonky, and odd noises crop up when you least expect them to. Mechanics also complain about the engine bay feeling rather unfinished.
Tesla Model X
Tesla’s Model X is known for its falcon wing doors. And, we agree that they’re cool - until they stop working. Repairs can’t always be done at a regular shop. The car is like a rolling robot with limited parts access for non-Tesla mechanics.
