The typical used SUV lists for about $10,900 on the US market, with most between $3,800 and $28,700. ForCar reads real asking prices from 219,844 live SUVs listings, refreshed daily — so you see what they actually cost, by model, budget and year. Free, no signup.
219,844 used SUVs are listed right now — 30% of the whole US market. The median asks $10,900, about 5% less than the typical used car ($11,495). Most sit between $3,800 and $28,700 — a wider spread than the badge on the back suggests. Calculated from listings tracked in the last 30 days.
Price spread of used SUVs
Used SUVs range widely in price. The median is $10,900, and most sit between $3,800 and $28,700 — here's the full spread across 219,844 live listings.
Half of used SUVs are priced below $10,900. The cheapest 10% start near $3,800 (older or higher-mileage examples), while the top 10% run above $28,700. Because these are live listings refreshed daily, the spread tracks the real SUV market rather than a once-a-year book value.
Most popular used SUVs
The SUVs 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 | Jeep Wrangler | $18,785 | 1990–2027 | |
| 2 | Ford Escape | $8,582 | 2001–2026 | |
| 3 | Honda CR-V | $13,157 | 1995–2026 | |
| 4 | Subaru Forester | $11,389 | 1998–2026 | |
| 5 | Subaru Outback | $10,628 | 1996–2026 | |
| 6 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | $12,985 | 1993–2026 | |
| 7 | Ford Explorer | $12,921 | 1991–2027 | |
| 8 | Toyota RAV4 | $16,776 | 1994–2026 | |
| 9 | Chevrolet Equinox | $10,042 | 2005–2027 | |
| 10 | Nissan Rogue | $10,001 | 2001–2026 | |
| 11 | Honda Pilot | $13,322 | 2002–2026 | |
| 12 | Chevrolet Tahoe | $17,365 | 1990–2027 | |
| 13 | Toyota Highlander | $15,774 | 2000–2026 | |
| 14 | Ford Edge | $9,527 | 2003–2024 | |
| 15 | Lexus RX | $15,089 | 1999–2026 | |
| 16 | Chevrolet Suburban | $16,643 | 1990–2026 | |
| 17 | Chevrolet Traverse | $12,896 | 2009–2027 | |
| 18 | BMW X5 | $16,132 | 2001–2026 | |
| 19 | GMC Yukon | $19,856 | 1992–2027 | |
| 20 | Acura MDX | $14,073 | 2001–2026 | |
| 21 | Subaru Crosstrek | $16,034 | 2009–2026 | |
| 22 | GMC Acadia | $10,811 | 2005–2026 | |
| 23 | BMW X3 | $13,636 | 2001–2026 | |
| 24 | Ford Expedition | $13,672 | 1997–2027 |
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Most reliable used SUVs
The SUVs that score highest for dependability — fewer problems, lower running costs:
| # | Model | Reliability | Typical price | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Navigator L | $24,525 | 230 | |
| 2 | Audi Q4 | $30,226 | 52 | |
| 3 | Audi e-tron Sportback | $37,682 | 38 | |
| 4 | Hyundai Santa Fe XL | $13,081 | 27 | |
| 5 | Honda Prologue | $33,003 | 23 | |
| 6 | Ford Escape | $8,582 | 9,146 | |
| 7 | Subaru Outback | $10,628 | 8,217 | |
| 8 | Chevrolet Equinox | $10,042 | 6,717 | |
| 9 | Nissan Rogue | $10,001 | 5,648 | |
| 10 | Chevrolet Tahoe | $17,365 | 5,062 | |
| 11 | Ford Edge | $9,527 | 4,155 | |
| 12 | Lexus RX | $15,089 | 4,147 |
Used SUVs by budget
How many SUVs fit each budget — and where to start looking.
Used SUVs by model year
How many SUVs 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 SUV
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 SUVs prices — FAQ
How much does a used SUV cost?
The typical used SUV lists for about $10,900 (the market median), with an average of $14,354. Most fall between $3,800 and $28,700, based on 219,844 live US listings.
What's the best used SUV?
The most-listed used SUVs are Jeep Wrangler, Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, so you'll find the widest choice and easiest comparison. For dependability, see the most-reliable list above.
What's the cheapest used SUV?
See the budget tiers above — 106,032 used SUVs list under $10,000 and 147,050 under $15,000. The older model years and higher-mileage examples are where the cheapest sit.
Are used SUVs going up or down in price?
ForCar tracks live listing prices continuously, so the figures here reflect the current SUV 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 SUVs are listed for (what a buyer pays). To value a specific SUV you own, use the free car value calculator.
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