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The Best Deals on Used SUVs
January 31, 2013
In the market to purchase an SUV? To maximize savings, you
should consider buying a 3-to-5 year old used model. There
are currently some great deals on 2008-2010 models, like the Toyota
RAV4, Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester.
Consumer
Reports has put together a list this week of what they
consider the best deals for used SUVs in these model years, all of
which are under $25,000.
Be sure to include these models on your consideration list.
Vehicle | Dealer Avg Price | MSRP (new) | Drop in Retail Value vs. MSRP |
---|---|---|---|
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | $11,919 | $23,125 | 49% |
2008 Nissan Rogue | $13,125 | $20,560 | 36% |
2009 Nissan Rogue | $14,838 | $21,615 | 31% |
2008 Toyota RAV4 | $14,875 | $25,182 | 41% |
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | $15,921 | $24,313 | 35% |
2008 Honda CR-V | $16,217 | $23,650 | 32% |
2008 Subaru Forester | $16,513 | $25,262 | 35% |
2009 Honda CR-V | $17,229 | $24,195 | 29% |
2009 Mazda CX-9 | $17,525 | $29,820 | 41% |
2009 Subaru Forester | $17,821 | $25,178 | 29% |
2010 Toyota RAV4 | $18,942 | $25,725 | 26% |
2008 Honda Pilot | $19,094 | $32,178 | 41% |
2010 Mazda CX-9 | $20,388 | $29,505 | 31% |
2009 Toyota Highlander | $20,700 | $29,050 | 29% |
2009 Toyota Venza | $21,194 | $27,613 | 23% |
2008 Toyota Highlander | $21,544 | $32,325 | 33% |
2009 Acura RDX | $23,100 | $37,195 | 38% |
2008 Acura MDX | $23,870 | $44,715 | 47% |
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