The typical used sedan lists for about $6,950 on the US market, with most between $2,500 and $19,995. ForCar reads real asking prices from 144,516 live sedans listings, refreshed daily — so you see what they actually cost, by model, budget and year. Free, no signup.
144,516 used sedans are listed right now — 27% of the whole US market. The median asks $6,950, about 28% less than the typical used car ($9,700). Most sit between $2,500 and $19,995 — a wider spread than the badge on the back suggests. Calculated from listings tracked in the last 30 days.
Price spread of used sedans
Used sedans range widely in price. The median is $6,950, and most sit between $2,500 and $19,995 — here's the full spread across 144,516 live listings.
Half of used sedans are priced below $6,950. The cheapest 10% start near $2,500 (older or higher-mileage examples), while the top 10% run above $19,995. Because these are live listings refreshed daily, the spread tracks the real sedan market rather than a once-a-year book value.
Most popular used sedans
The sedans buyers actually shop — with the typical price and how many are listed. Tap any for its full value breakdown.
| # | Model | Typical price | Listings | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda Civic | $12,840 | 1990–2026 | |
| 2 | Honda Accord | $12,088 | 1990–2026 | |
| 3 | Toyota Camry | $10,477 | 1990–2027 | |
| 4 | Toyota Corolla | $10,946 | 1990–2027 | |
| 5 | Nissan Altima | $7,853 | 1993–2026 | |
| 6 | Ford Fusion | $6,802 | 2006–2026 | |
| 7 | Ford Mustang | $17,828 | 1990–2026 | |
| 8 | Ford Focus | $5,543 | 2000–2019 | |
| 9 | Toyota Prius | $9,255 | 2001–2027 | |
| 10 | Chevrolet Malibu | $8,108 | 1997–2025 | |
| 11 | Hyundai Sonata | $7,048 | 2000–2026 | |
| 12 | Hyundai Elantra | $7,798 | 1996–2026 | |
| 13 | Nissan Sentra | $7,650 | 1993–2026 | |
| 14 | Volkswagen Jetta | $7,400 | 1990–2026 | |
| 15 | Chevrolet Cruze | $5,675 | 2009–2019 | |
| 16 | Dodge Charger | $17,778 | 2006–2026 | |
| 17 | Chevrolet Impala | $6,035 | 1994–2020 | |
| 18 | Kia Optima | $6,957 | 2002–2020 | |
| 19 | Subaru Legacy | $8,695 | 1991–2025 | |
| 20 | Lexus ES | $10,785 | 1990–2025 | |
| 21 | BMW 328i | $7,538 | 1990–2020 | |
| 22 | Chevrolet Camaro | $18,190 | 1990–2024 | |
| 23 | Nissan Versa | $5,884 | 2000–2025 | |
| 24 | Volkswagen Passat | $7,069 | 1995–2022 |
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Most reliable used sedans
The sedans that score highest for dependability — fewer problems, lower running costs:
| # | Model | Reliability | Typical price | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chevrolet Volt | $7,769 | 547 | |
| 2 | Audi S4 | $16,718 | 431 | |
| 3 | Toyota C-HR | $14,905 | 290 | |
| 4 | Subaru BRZ | $19,071 | 277 | |
| 5 | Audi S3 | $20,241 | 111 | |
| 6 | Toyota Crown | $18,350 | 110 | |
| 7 | Chevrolet Malibu Limited | $5,706 | 76 | |
| 8 | BMW 528xi | $6,375 | 67 | |
| 9 | Buick Cascada | $11,056 | 65 | |
| 10 | Acura RLX | $16,823 | 41 | |
| 11 | Nissan Altima | $7,853 | 9,166 | |
| 12 | Ford Fusion | $6,802 | 6,653 |
Used sedans by budget
How many sedans fit each budget — and where to start looking.
Used sedans by model year
How many sedans are listed by year — newer years cost more, older years stretch a budget. That year-to-year gap is depreciation by age at work.
What to look for in a used sedan
Before you buy, use the market to your advantage:
- Check the VINRecalls, salvage or rebuilt titles and accident history hit resale hard. Run a free VIN check →
- Compare to the marketIf the asking price is above the typical for that model, you have room to negotiate. Check if it's a good deal →
- Mind the mileage and service historyA well-kept higher-mileage car beats a neglected newer one — service history tells the real story.
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Used sedans prices — FAQ
How much does a used sedan cost?
The typical used sedan lists for about $6,950 (the market median), with an average of $9,932. Most fall between $2,500 and $19,995, based on 144,516 live US listings.
What's the best used sedan?
The most-listed used sedans are Honda Civic, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, so you'll find the widest choice and easiest comparison. For dependability, see the most-reliable list above.
What's the cheapest used sedan?
See the budget tiers above — 164,293 used sedans list under $10,000 and 202,850 under $15,000. The older model years and higher-mileage examples are where the cheapest sit.
Are used sedans going up or down in price?
ForCar tracks live listing prices continuously, so the figures here reflect the current sedan market rather than a stale book value — updated daily as new listings come in.
What's the difference between price and value?
Price is what sedans are listed for (what a buyer pays). To value a specific sedan you own, use the free car value calculator.
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