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

Of the 73 SUVs under $40,000 VINdown tracks, the average holds about 59% of its value after five years. The Subaru Forester leads at 89% retained, while the Ford E-Series Van depreciates hardest at 24%. 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. Nissan NV — 80% retained, from $36,860 new
6. Toyota RAV4 — 77% retained, from $31,425 new
7. Jeep Wrangler — 76% retained, from $36,035 new
8. Honda HR-V — 73% retained, from $26,295 new
9. Toyota Venza — 72% retained, from $35,070 new
10. Hyundai Tucson — 67% retained, from $29,450 new

SUVs at other budgets:

• Under $30,000
• Under $50,000

Related categories under $40,000:

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

All prices: Best SUVs by resale value