4 Italian Car Brands Named the Most Reliable of 2025
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The Fiat is a compact and reliable Italian vehicle. The Fiat 500 and the Fiat Panda both blend design with efficiency, which is ideal for daily driving. Newer Fiat models, like the Fiat 500e, have gained a reputation for dependability with their electric powertrains. Like any vehicle, regular maintenance and upkeep are the key to reliability. This means scheduling oil changes, tire rotations and other general maintenance according to Fiat's suggested schedule.
'Fiat has worked hard to build (and change) its reputation to one of reliability,' said Melanie Musson, auto industry expert with Auto Insurance. 'The 500 is one of the most reliable models in Fiat's lineup. The Panda is another solid model manufactured by Fiat. These cars are not fancy, but that helps make them easy to repair and less likely to have issues.'
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Alfa Romeo is another Italian car brand that is built with a strong focus on reliability. Following customer feedback, Alfa Romeo significantly overhauled the Giulia and Stelvio models to improve their functionality and dependability. After these changes, many Alfa Romeo users report reliability improvements without impacting performance capabilities. Alfa Romeo stands behind its vehicles, providing buyers a 5-year/75,000-mile warranty. Like any other vehicle, Alfa Romeo vehicles require regular maintenance to optimize reliability.
'Alfa's been getting better,' said Alex Black, chief marketing officer at EpicVIN. 'The Giulia, especially later marks, has far fewer ills than earlier ones. They ironed most of the bugs out with earlier releases. The engines are sound, it corners tight, and it won't leave you stranded by the side of the road like was so often the case with earlier Alfas.'
Next up is the Maserati Grecale. This car offers impressive features, like a luxurious interior, a powerful engine and a sleek appearance. Complementing these features is the reliability of the Maserati Grecale. Maserati offers a standard 50,000-mile warranty. However, with scheduled maintenance, normal driving habits and consistent environmental conditions, the Maserati Grecale could be your go-to vehicle for years.
'Maserati's been working hard at quality control in recent times, and Grecale is their best-built SUV to date,' said Black. 'Electronics are more robust, and better customer support is behind it now.'
If you have the budget for an expensive sports car, the Ferrari brand has a history of prestige and reliability. Ferrari vehicles focus on engineering, ensuring they meet high-performance and reliability standards. While aggressive driving can strain components, reliable driving habits can improve the reliability of your Ferrari. If you have the funds to purchase a Ferrari, odds are you have other vehicles at your disposal. The fewer miles put on your Ferrari, the longer it is expected to last.
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