Best Hybrid Cars Under $40,000 by Resale Value

Of the 45 hybrid cars under $40,000 VINdown tracks, the average holds about 63% of its value after five years. The Subaru Forester leads at 89% retained, while the Kia Niro EV depreciates hardest at 32%. Ranked best-to-worst by five-year resale value:

1. Subaru Forester — 89% retained, from $29,995 new
2. Subaru Crosstrek — 86% retained, from $26,995 new
3. Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid — 83% retained, from $35,345 new
4. Honda CR-V — 82% retained, from $30,920 new
5. Toyota Prius-C — 80% retained, from $21,530 new
6. Toyota RAV4 — 77% retained, from $31,425 new
7. Toyota Prius Prime — 77% retained, from $32,975 new
8. Jeep Wrangler — 76% retained, from $36,035 new
9. Toyota Tacoma — 76% retained, from $32,995 new
10. Lexus UX — 76% retained, from $37,155 new

hybrid cars at other budgets:

• Under $50,000

Related categories under $40,000:

• Cars Under $40,000
• Electric Cars Under $40,000
• Luxury Cars Under $40,000
• SUVs Under $40,000
• Sedans Under $40,000
• Sports Cars Under $40,000
• Trucks Under $40,000

All prices: Best Hybrid Cars by resale value