Best Car Resale Values by Class
Though probably not at the forefront of a car buyer's mind, it's important to consider what a vehicle's future resale (or residual) value might be. These 2009-model-year vehicles are expected to hold the most of their original value within their vehicle class after three years. Find the residual value of any 2009-model-year vehicle with our residual values tool.
| Best Car Resale Values by Class | |
|---|---|
| The list below is provided by Automotive Lease Guide. Click on the image or model name to read the vehicle's 2009 Cars.com report. | |
| *Class | Make and Model |
| Compact Car |  Honda Fit |
| Mid-Compact Car |  Scion xB |
| Midsize Car |  Honda Accord |
| Full-Size Car |  Nissan Maxima |
| Sporty Car |  Mini Cooper |
| Near-Luxury Car |  BMW 1 Series |
| Luxury Car |  Lexus LS 460 |
| Luxury Sports Car |  Nissan GT-R |
| Compact Utility Vehicle |  Jeep Wrangler (tie) |
 Subaru Forester (tie) | |
| Midsize Utility Vehicle |  Nissan Murano |
| Large Utility Vehicle |  Toyota Sequoia |
| Near-Luxury Utility Vehicle |  Land Rover LR2 |
| Luxury Utility Vehicle |  Land Rover Range Rover Sport |
| Compact/Midsize Pickup |  Toyota Tacoma |
| Minivan |  Toyota Sienna |
| Hybrid |  Toyota Prius |
| Full-Size Pickup (light duty) |  Ford F-150 |
| Commercial Van |  Dodge Sprinter |
Source: Automotive Lease Guide, Residual Value Award Winners. *Vehicle segments are determined by ALG. | |
Residual values play a major role in determining prices for car leases. A vehicle with a higher residual value requires you to repay less, which results in lower monthly payments. A variety of factors — including consumer appeal, production levels and whether buyers are paying over or under the sticker price — determine a vehicle's residual value.
