Toyota and Tesla are about as far apart as it gets in design philosophy, powertrain strategies, and global scale. Early adopters and tech enthusiasts appreciate what Tesla brings to the table, while more conservative buyers love the reputation that comes with purchasing a Toyota.Both are best-sellers in different segments: Toyota sells more hybrids than any other brand in the U.S., while Tesla dominates in EVs. But what happens as vehicles from these two dominant brands age? Toyota's reputation is well-known, but Tesla has been around for long enough now to establish a more credible reliability record. Based on a new study of vehicle longevity—and the chances of vehicles reaching 250,000 miles or more—here's how they compare.Toyota Outclasses Tesla In Longevity Study2018 Toyota CamryToyotaWhile EVs can have lower ownership costs due to fewer moving parts, a study by iSeeCars ranks Toyota vehicles as having by far the best chance of reaching 250,000 miles or more, when compared with all other brands. Here's a look at the top 5 brands and where Tesla placed.RankMake% Chance of Lasting 250,000+ MilesCompared to Average1Toyota19.7%3.7x2Lexus14.4%2.7x3Honda13.3%2.5x4Acura9.5%1.8x5GMC5.8%1.1x13Tesla3.3%0.6xStudy Average5.4%Toyota cars are 3.7x more likely to reach a quarter-million miles than all other brands, and Japanese automakers dominated, securing the top 4 spots in the study. Tesla placed 13th out of 33 brands, a respectable showing for the only EV-exclusive manufacturer. However, it was below the overall study average."Reaching 250,000 miles is an exceptionally high bar for any vehicle, which makes the distinction among the four highest-ranked brands meaningful," said iSeeCars Executive Analyst, Karl Brauer. "Toyota, Lexus, Honda and Acura don't just lead the list, they substantially outperform the average vehicle's chances of reaching that high-mileage threshold."Related: These Toyota and Lexus Models Dominate 250,000-Mile Longevity StudyLongest-Lasting Hybrids and EVs2024 Toyota Highlander HybridToyotaIn the same study, iSeeCars also looked at the longest-lasting hybrids and EVs, providing a slightly better comparison between Toyota and Tesla. After all, Toyota has been producing gas-powered vehicles for decades, but hybrids and EVs have not been around as long.In this portion of the study, the Lexus RX Hybrid topped the list with a 28.9% chance of reaching 250,000 miles. It was joined in the top 5 by the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, Honda Accord Hybrid, Toyota Avalon Hybrid, and Toyota Prius, all of which beat the hybrid/EV average of 8.2%.The Tesla Model X was down at 9th, with a 3.6% chance of reaching the mileage milestone. Right behind it was the Model S, with a 3.1% chance. Those numbers are nowhere close to Toyota's.It will be interesting to see where the new generation of Toyota EVs rank once they've been on the road for another few years. That group includes the C-HR, bZ, and bZ Woodland.How The Study Works2017 Tesla Model STeslaTo find the longest-lasting automakers and models, iSeeCars analyzed data for more than 395 million cars."The average odometer reading for each vehicle was calculated at each yearly age, and a proprietary model based on these average mileages was developed to estimate the probability that each vehicle would survive to various mileage thresholds," said the automotive research firm.The study excludes models with insufficient data, heavy-duty vehicles, and models discontinued as of the 2022 model year.Related: Tesla's Profit Lead Over Toyota Is Almost GoneWhy Toyotas Outlast Teslas2025 Toyota RAV4 LimitedToyotaOver the course of many decades, Toyota has implemented generally incremental changes to its models. It often uses the same powertrains and platforms for multiple generations of the same nameplate; for example, the current RAV4's TNGA platform was introduced in 2015. Tesla, by contrast, is a much more tech-forward company. It rolls out software updates and new features more rapidly, but this does mean that more faults are likely to creep in.To Tesla's credit, it has noticeably improved its vehicles' build quality in recent years, and we've seen several Teslas that have covered hundreds of thousands of miles on the original battery. Still, earlier Teslas suffered from inconsistent panel gaps and interior materials that were not particularly durable. Toyota build quality is legendary; the brand doesn't always use the most premium materials, but its cars are screwed together well. This reputation is reflected in especially high resale values; models like the Tacoma pickup and 4Runner SUV retain a higher percentage of their value than rivals after five years.Like any other automaker, Toyota is not perfect. It has faced high-profile mechanical issues, such as ongoing issues with the V6 in the Tundra pickup. As with any brand, it's important to check for any reliability woes by model, not just brand.In terms of other major Tesla Vs. Toyota reliability studies, these tend to favor Toyota. The Japanese automaker ranked first in the latest brand reliability ratings from Consumer Reports (CR), with Tesla at ninth. Once again, though, Tesla has improved significantly, moving up eight spots versus the previous study. CR says the Model 3 is the most reliable car in its survey.Final Thoughts2017 Tesla Model STeslaToyota has successfully retained its crown as the king of dependability. Models like the Sequoia and 4Runner are particularly robust and can be expected to last for many years with proper maintenance.Tesla still has a long way to go to match Toyota's durability, but the EV maker has made great strides in recent years. Build quality has improved and many older Teslas are still on the road with their original batteries and motors, despite having covered well over 200,000 miles.For a relatively young company, Tesla's improvements are commendable, but Toyota's overall durability remains unbeatable in the industry.Related: Tesla Model Y Finally Has The Reliability Score To Match Its Sales