When it's time for a new car, you want one that will stand the test of time and make you proud of your purchase — not a four-wheeled disappointment you'll be anxious to get off your hands as quickly as you can.

But with the major car companies spending billions on advertising each year, it can be difficult to know which vehicle is the best investment.

To help you know which cars to avoid, we show you the 2020 models that Consumer Reports scores lowest for reliability.

Consumer Reports rates vehicles for reliability out of a possible 100, based on a survey of 400,000 drivers. We count down to the model with the poorest score, and we include each vehicle's lowest base price and overall miles per gallon, according to CR.

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