Best Luxury Cars Under $30,000 by Resale Value

Of the 6 Luxury Cars under $30,000 VINdown tracks, the average holds about 52% of its value after five years. The Acura ILX leads at 72% retained, while the Volvo S80 depreciates hardest at 37%. Ranked best-to-worst by five-year resale value:

1. Acura ILX — 72% retained, from $27,300 new
2. Lexus CT-200H — 55% retained, from $25,400 new
3. Acura TSX — 49% retained, from $19,750 new
4. Acura TL — 49% retained, from $20,950 new
5. Lincoln MKS — 46% retained, from $26,000 new
6. Volvo S80 — 37% retained, from $26,000 new

Luxury Cars at other budgets:

• Under $40,000
• Under $50,000

Related categories under $30,000:

• Cars Under $30,000
• SUVs Under $30,000
• Sedans Under $30,000
• Sports Cars Under $30,000

All prices: Best Luxury Cars by resale value