Best Hybrid Cars Under $40,000 by Resale Value (Least Depreciation)

Of the 11 hybrid cars under $40,000 VINdown tracks, the average holds about 57% of its value after five years. The Kia Optima Hybrid leads at 72% retained, while the Ford Fusion Hybrid depreciates hardest at 44%. Ranked best-to-worst by five-year resale value:

1. Kia Optima Hybrid — 72% retained, from $18,170 new
2. Toyota Prius c — 69% retained, from $17,032 new
3. Ford C-Max Hybrid — 67% retained, from $16,990 new
4. Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — 61% retained, from $16,750 new
5. Toyota Prius Prime — 60% retained, from $29,813 new
6. Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid — 58% retained, from $26,118 new
7. Toyota Camry Hybrid — 50% retained, from $30,069 new
8. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid — 49% retained, from $37,051 new
9. Toyota Prius — 48% retained, from $21,250 new
10. Honda Accord Hybrid — 48% retained, from $32,975 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