Quick answer
For the same model year, dealers ask 7 points more than private sellers.
Lexus CT price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | — | 8 | |
| 2016 | — | 5 | |
| 2015 | — | 5 | |
| 2014 | — | 7 | |
| 2013 | — | 19 | |
| 2012 | — | 9 | |
| 2011 | — | 14 |
ROWS 7·SOURCE Live classified listings
Dealer or private seller
On the Lexus CT the dealer markup works out at 7% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 83 | +1.6% | $12,215 |
| Private seller | 29 | -5.1% | $11,979 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live listings, normalized per model year
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Lexus CT cost?
The median asking price is $11,880 across 125 live listings. A 2011 asks about $8,750 and a 2017 about $16,499. The most listed year is 2013, at $11,990. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Lexus CT valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a CT from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 1.6% above and private sellers 5.1% below, a gap of about $803 on a 2013 at $11,990.
Asking prices from live classified listings, normalized against the median for each model year. Slices below a minimum listing count are omitted. Asking prices exceed transaction prices (how we count). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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