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Best Resale Value SUVs for 2025

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(iSeeCars) – Buyers shopping for their next new vehicle or SUV will typically consider things like sticker price (or MSRP), fuel efficiency, and insurance costs. But often the most expensive factor when buying a new car is resale value. That’s because almost any vehicle purchased new will lose value over time. This drop in value is called depreciation, and the rate of depreciation will be reflected in the vehicle’s retained value after a given timeframe. The faster a vehicle loses value the less it will be worth when it’s time to sell it or use it as a trade-in for the next vehicle purchase (dealers will use a car’s residual value to determine how to price it for trade-in value) .

This rate of depreciation can vary substantially between vehicles. For instance, full-size luxury SUVs tend to depreciate faster than non-luxury full-size SUVs. But even within a given segment, such as midsize pickups, the Toyota Tacoma depreciates at a much lower rate than its direct competitor, the Nissan Frontier. The same is true in the full-size pickup truck segment, where the Toyota Tundra has a better resale value than the Ford F-150 or Nissan Titan.

Different vehicle categories, and “hot” new models in high demand, will also have different resale values. Sports cars like the Chevrolet Corvette or Ford Mustang GT500, and utility vehicles like the Ford Bronco, Ford Maverick, Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade, continue to sell at or above MSRP, even after being out for several model years.

Some automakers consistently produce the best cars for resale value. Honda, Lexus, Subaru, Tesla, and Toyota are brands that tend to do well on various annual best resale value awards programs. Models like the Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Lexus LS, Subaru Forester, Subaru Outback, Tesla Model X and Toyota Camry are cars that hold their value well, reflecting strong demand on the used car market.

But whether a consumer is considering a minivan, off-road SUV, heavy-duty truck, or electric vehicle, resale value will be among the most important considerations for shoppers looking to save money when it’s time to sell or trade in their vehicle.

Here are the best resale value SUVs across multiple categories as ranked by their 5-year resale value.


Best Resale Value: Subcompact SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota C-HR – 69.4%
  2. Subaru Crosstrek – 66.4%
  3. Honda HR-V – 66.1%
  4. Mazda CX-3 – 61.9%
  5. Hyundai VENUE – 61.3%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Subcompact SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus UX 200 – 63.9%
  2. Buick Encore GX – 54.1%
  3. Mercedes-Benz GLA – 51.8%
  4. Volvo XC40 – 51.7%
  5. Buick Encore – 51.1%

Best Resale Value: Small SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota RAV4 – 69.7%
  2. Toyota Corolla Cross – 67.5%
  3. Honda CR-V – 65.5%
  4. Subaru Forester – 62.8%
  5. Mazda CX-5 – 57.6%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Small SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus NX 250 – 61.6%
  2. Lexus NX 350 – 61.6%
  3. Lexus NX 300 – 60.8%
  4. Porsche Macan – 56.1%
  5. Mercedes-Benz GLB – 54.4%

Best Resale Value: Midsize SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota 4Runner – 69.9%
  2. Jeep Wrangler – 64.4%
  3. Toyota Grand Highlander – 64.3%
  4. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited – 63.9%
  5. Toyota Highlander – 58.2%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Midsize SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus RX 350 – 61.1%
  2. Lexus GX 460 – 58.7%
  3. Lexus GX 550 – 58.4%
  4. Lexus TX 350 – 58.4%
  5. Lexus RX 350L – 58.0%

Best Resale Value: Large SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota Land Cruiser – 62.3%
  2. Toyota Sequoia – 60.8%
  3. Jeep Wagoneer – 50.9%
  4. Jeep Grand Wagoneer L – 50.9%
  5. Jeep Grand Wagoneer – 50.8%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Large SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Mercedes-Benz G-Class – 60.2%
  2. Lexus LX 570 – 56.4%
  3. Lexus LX 600 – 56.1%
  4. Lincoln Aviator – 45.6%
  5. Mercedes-Benz GLS – 43.9%

Best Resale Value: Crossover SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota RAV4 – 69.7%
  2. Toyota C-HR – 69.4%
  3. Toyota Corolla Cross – 67.5%
  4. Subaru Crosstrek – 66.4%
  5. Honda HR-V – 66.1%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Crossover SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus UX 200 – 63.9%
  2. Lexus NX 250 – 61.6%
  3. Lexus NX 350 – 61.6%
  4. Lexus RX 350 – 61.1%
  5. Lexus NX 300 – 60.8%

Best Resale Value: SUVs with 3 Rows

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota Grand Highlander – 64.3%
  2. Toyota Land Cruiser – 62.3%
  3. Toyota Sequoia – 60.8%
  4. Toyota Highlander – 58.2%
  5. Mazda CX-90 – 53.3%

Best Resale Value: Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus GX 460 – 58.7%
  2. Lexus GX 550 – 58.4%
  3. Lexus TX 350 – 58.4%
  4. Lexus RX 350L – 58.0%
  5. Lexus LX 570 – 56.4%

Best Resale Value: Hybrid SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid – 69.9%
  2. Toyota 4Runner (Hybrid) – 67.6%
  3. Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid – 65.2%
  4. Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid – 65.2%
  5. Toyota RAV4 Prime – 65.2%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Hybrid SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus UX 250h – 63.1%
  2. Lexus UX 300h – 62.5%
  3. Lexus NX 300h – 60.9%
  4. Lexus RX 450h – 59.4%
  5. Lexus NX 350h – 59.3%

Best Resale Value: Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid – 65.2%
  2. Toyota RAV4 Prime – 65.2%
  3. Subaru Crosstrek (PHEV) – 64.2%
  4. Jeep Wrangler (PHEV) – 62.1%
  5. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (PHEV) – 61.6%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus NX 450h+ – 59.3%
  2. Lexus RX 450h+ – 56.2%
  3. Lexus TX 550h+ – 53.9%
  4. Porsche Cayenne (PHEV) – 48.3%
  5. Mercedes-Benz GLE (PHEV) – 47.0%

Best Resale Value: Electric SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota bZ4X – 53.5%
  2. Lexus RZ 300e – 47.6%
  3. Lexus RZ 450e – 47.6%
  4. Mercedes-Benz G-Class (Electric) – 46.2%
  5. Mazda MX-30 EV – 45.7%

Best Resale Value: Luxury Electric SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Lexus RZ 300e – 47.6%
  2. Lexus RZ 450e – 47.6%
  3. Mercedes-Benz G-Class (Electric) – 46.2%
  4. Porsche Macan (Electric) – 42.1%
  5. Tesla Model Y – 39.2%

Best Resale Value: 7-Seater SUVs

5-yr resale value

  1. Toyota Grand Highlander – 64.3%
  2. Toyota Sequoia – 60.8%
  3. Toyota Highlander – 58.2%
  4. Jeep Wagoneer L – 53.2%
  5. Mazda CX-90 – 53.3%

In summary, choosing a vehicle with strong resale value can be a smart financial decision, ensuring you get the most out of your investment when it’s time to upgrade. From subcompact SUVs to luxury electric models, there are numerous options across categories that offer exceptional resale value. Whether you’re looking for the reliability of a Toyota RAV4 or the luxury of a Lexus RX, these vehicles stand out for their ability to retain value over time. We hope this guide helps you make an informed decision and find the perfect SUV to suit your needs.

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