What Cars Have The Most Expensive Catalytic Converters? Hi there! It’s good to see you on my site. I’ve been writing about cars for the past few years, and I’ve learned so much along the way. If you drive one of these vehicles and haven’t yet replaced your catalytic converter, I suggest that you do so as soon as possible. While it’s unlikely that your car will be impacted by an expensive catalytic converter replacement problem, it is always better to be safe than sorry. Happy motoring!
What Cars Have The Most Expensive Catalytic Converters?
1. Chevy Tahoe
The Chevy Tahoe has a price of $1,000 for the catalytic converter. It’s a large SUV that has a V8 engine and is popular among drivers who want to travel long distances in comfort. The vehicle comes with lots of features to make driving easier, such as heated front seats and rear climate control.
2. GMC Sierra
The GMC Sierra is a truck. GMC is short for General Motors Company, which makes cars and trucks. The Sierra is a luxury vehicle with four wheels that can carry a lot of stuff in it. It has seats for five people, if you’re into that sort of thing.
3. GMC Yukon
If you’re looking for a new car with a catalytic converter, you can save money by purchasing one of the following models:
- Gmc Yukon – $2,500
- Gmc Yukon Denali – $3,000
- Gmc Yukon XL – $2,500
4. Dodge Ram
You might think trucks and SUVs are less likely than cars to have expensive catalytic converters, but that’s not always the case. The Dodge Ram is one of the most popular vehicles in this class, with lots of horsepower and torque to back it up. It’s also a favorite choice for off-roading and towing—and those activities can put more strain on your catalytic converter than regular driving conditions. If you own a Dodge Ram or any other similar vehicle, be sure to check for signs of trouble with your catalytic converter before it becomes an issue!
5. Cadillac Escalade
If you’re looking for a vehicle with a high-quality catalytic converter, the Cadillac Escalade is the choice for you. The Escalade’s converters are so good that they won’t even be damaged if you drive over a mountain with no air in your tires!
If your budget is more modest and you just want to protect your catalytic converter from any damage at all, we’d also recommend considering one of these other popular models: Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra/Yukon Denali/XL 1500/Denali XL 2500 4WD 2DR Truck (8-ft Bed) or Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door.
6. Toyota Land Cruiser
The Toyota Land Cruiser is a big, burly SUV with a 4.7L V8 that has been around for decades. Newer models have a high-pressure catalytic converter that’s going to cost you around $7000 if it fails and must be replaced. It can fail from engine misfire, no start, reduced power or rough running – which might cause your car to have hard starts or no starts at all. If you’re unlucky enough to experience any of these issues and need your cat replaced (which will happen only if the dealership feels it’s necessary), expect to pay between $1000-$2500 depending on who does the work and what part needs replacing.
7. Chevrolet Suburban
The Chevy Suburban is a large SUV with a V8 engine. It’s also one of the most popular vehicles on the road, selling more than 400,000 models per year. The Chevrolet Suburban is often considered a luxury vehicle because of its high-end sound system and leather upholstery.
This large vehicle has an EPA estimated fuel economy of 13 mpg city, 16 highway and 15 combined for rear wheel drive models. Front wheel drive models will get slightly higher gas mileage at 14 mpg city, 17 highway and 16 combined.
While these are not the only vehicles that have expensive catalytic converters, they are among the most likely.
While these are not the only vehicles that have expensive catalytic converters, they are among the most likely.
- Not on this list: Toyota Prius, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A4 and A6 (while some models may have expensive catalytic converters), Lexus ES 350/250h (likely to also has an expensive catalytic converter), Honda Accord, Nissan Altima
- On this list but not as expensive: Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable (though some models may have costly catalytic converters)
Conclusion
As you can see, a lot of these vehicles are expensive – but that’s because they have high-powered engines and larger bodies. As a general rule of thumb, if you own one of these cars then there’s no need to worry about catalytic converter replacement costs. If your vehicle isn’t included here or it falls somewhere in between the cars listed above (e.g., smaller cars like Toyota Corollas), it’s probably safe to assume that replacing your catalytic converter will cost less than $1,500.