When buying a car people look for value in their purchase. This includes factors such as reliability, features, comfort, and even resale value. For those who may wish to sell their cars or trade them in for a new one down the road, resale values are king.
The following list represents some of the best resale values for 2015 model cars and projects their worth at the end of 3 and 5-years. The information is taken directly from Kelly Blue Book and reported by MSN Autos.
.Cars that retains at least 65% of its value after the end of 3-years are considered to have good resale values.
Best Subcompact Car: Honda FitPrice: $15,650Value in 36 months: 65.0% of MSRP — $10,172Value in 60 months: 47.7% of MSRP — $7,465This car may seem little on the outside but for a subcompact it has an amazing amount of interior space due to its configurable seating system. If you need to haul lots of cargo every once in a while, the Honda Fit fits the bill.
Best Compact Car: Subaru ImprezaPrice: $18,195Value in 36 months: 61.3% of MSRP — $11,153Value in 60 months: 47.1% of MSRP — $8,570This car flies way under the radar for many potential car buyers but for those who find this gem, they’ll be treated to an always on AWD (all wheel drive) system, a fuel efficient engine, and an interior that is comfortable to ride in.
Best Mid-Size Car: Subaru LegacyPrice: $21,695Value in 36 months: 61.8% of MSRP — $13,408Value in 60 months: 44.3% of MSRP — $9,611Subaru strikes again with another “sleeper” car that the public often overlooks. But for a family sedan, the Legacy is a good find. The AWD and competitive pricing helps this vehicle to maintain a healthy car resale value.
Best Full-Size Car: Dodge ChargerPrice: $28,990Value in 36 months: 51.0% of MSRP — $14,785Value in 60 months: 38.5% of MSRP — $11,161Many will question the selection of a Dodge Charger as a good full-sized family car, but if you want great styling and some good performance, the Dodge Charger isn’t your father’s car. It has ample interior room, a smooth ride, and keeps its value.
Best Luxury Car: Lexus GS 350Price: $48,600Value in 36 months: 54.0% of MSRP — $26,244Value in 60 months: 39.0% of MSRP — $18,954If you want a good resale value on a luxury car, the Lexus GS 350 is the car to buy. Just like its less expensive cousin, the Lexus RC 350, it sports a 306-hp V6 engine for performance. Luxury oozes from this and is part of the reason why it keeps its value.
Best Hybrid SUV/Crossover: Lexus RX 450hPrice: $47,620Value in 36 months: 62.0% of MSRP — $29,524Value in 60 months: 46.0% of MSRP — $21,905For soccer moms and dads, or for those who have growing families and want to drive in luxury and style, the Lexus RX 450H will get you there with a smile on your face. It has a 300-hp engine that gives a combined fuel economy rating of 30 mpg. Not too shabby.
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MSN Autos