Best Cars Under $20,000 by Resale Value (Least Depreciation)

Of the 41 cars under $20,000 VINdown tracks, the average holds about 55% of its value after five years. The Toyota Yaris leads at 74% retained, while the Hyundai Azera depreciates hardest at 30%. Ranked best-to-worst by five-year resale value:

1. Toyota Yaris — 74% retained, from $16,750 new
2. Hyundai Accent — 72% retained, from $16,645 new
3. FIAT 500 — 70% retained, from $16,495 new
4. FIAT 500C — 68% retained, from $17,990 new
5. Nissan Versa — 67% retained, from $17,245 new
6. Nissan Quest — 66% retained, from $19,750 new
7. Kia RIO — 66% retained, from $16,750 new
8. Kia RIO-5-Door — 66% retained, from $17,690 new
9. Chevrolet Spark — 65% retained, from $15,650 new
10. Ford Focus — 64% retained, from $17,950 new

cars at other budgets:

• Under $30,000
• Under $40,000
• Under $50,000