Best Hybrid Cars Under $50,000 by Resale Value (Least Depreciation)

Of the 17 hybrid cars under $50,000 VINdown tracks, the average holds about 55% of its value after five years. The Kia Optima Hybrid leads at 72% retained, while the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid depreciates hardest at 37%. 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. Toyota Highlander Hybrid — 62% retained, from $43,579 new
5. Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — 61% retained, from $16,750 new
6. Toyota Prius Prime — 60% retained, from $29,813 new
7. Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid — 59% retained, from $43,966 new
8. Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid — 58% retained, from $26,118 new
9. Lexus NX Hybrid — 56% retained, from $46,735 new
10. Toyota Camry Hybrid — 50% retained, from $30,069 new

hybrid cars at other budgets:

• Under $40,000

Related categories under $50,000:

• Cars Under $50,000
• Electric Cars Under $50,000
• Luxury Cars Under $50,000
• SUVs Under $50,000
• Sedans Under $50,000
• Sports Cars Under $50,000
• Trucks Under $50,000

All prices: Best Hybrid Cars by resale value