5 Vehicles That Retain Their Value Even as the Years Roll On

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Whether you tend to upgrade to a new vehicle every couple of years or plan to hold on to your newly purchased vehicle for many years to come, it helps to know which makes and model are best at retaining their value. In many instances the vehicle will be up for private re-sale or a trade-in at the dealership down the road, which can mean more money in your pocket for your next vehicle purchase.

So which are the best picks you ask? Luckily for you, Kelley Blue Book and Edmunds has done the work for everyone. Each year Kelly Blue Book publishes a guide and hands out Best Resale Value Awards. Edmunds also offers its own Best Retained Value Awards.

If you’re shopping for a pickup or SUV, you’re in luck because 8 of the top 10 vehicles on Kelley Blue Book’s list this year are just that. While factors like mileage and condition of the vehicle willimpact the end valueat the time of re-sale, here are 5 vehicles that come off as good betswhen it comes to retaining their overall value:

 

Crossover/SUV

2016 Toyota 4Runner – This rugged SUV is projected to have a resale value of 66.7% at 3 years and 60.3% at 5 years.

In need of other options, you can also consider: Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, Subaru Outback, Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, Jeep Wrangler, Lexus RX 450h (a best resale value winner in the Hybrid SUV/Crossover category for the 5th consecutive year with KBB), Lexus RX 350, Toyota Highlander Hybrid, Toyota Highlander, Infiniti QX80, Cadillac Escalade, Land Rover LR4, Land Rover Range Rover Envoque, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Toyota Sequoia, Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Tahoe, Porsche Macan, GMC Acadia, GMC Yukon.

 

Pickup

2016 Toyota Tacoma – This mid-size pickup truck is projected to have a resale value of $72.9% at 3 years and 60.3% at 5 years.

In need of other options, you can also consider: Toyota Tundra, Chevrolet Silverado HD, GMC Sierra HD, GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Colorado, Ram 2500, Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty.

 

Minivan

2016 Toyota Sienna – This family-friendly ride holding up to eight people is projected to have a resale value of 52.1% at 3 years and 38.1% at 5 years.

In need of other options, you can also consider: Honda Odyssey, Nissan Quest.

 

Sedan

2016 Subaru WRX – This all-wheel-drive sedan is projected to have a resale value of 65% at 3 years and 50.8% at 5 years.

In need of other options, you can also consider: Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Honda Fit, Subaru Impreza, Subaru Legacy, Subaru BRZ, Toyota Avalon, Toyota Prius, Lexus GS 450h, Lexus ES 350, Ford Focus ST, Ford Fiesta ST, Dodge Charger, Chevrolet Impala, Lexus IS 350.

 

Muscle/Sports Car

2016 Chevrolet Camaro – Want something that’s muscle and All-American? This vehicle is project to have a resale value of 61% at 3 years and 49% at 5 years.

In need of other options, you can also consider: BMW M3, Porsche Cayman, Lexus RC, Porsche Panamera, Tesla Model S (plug-in vehicle), Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang GT, Cadillac ATS-V, Chevrolet Corvette.


For a more detailed look into the winners of Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Awards and a review of the winners of years past, take a look here.

For a more detailed look into the winners of Edmunds Best Retained Value Awards and a review of the winners of years past, take a look here.


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