Best Used Cars for Under $10,000 That You Can Buy Right Now
These cars, hatchbacks, and SUVs are safe, reliable, and available for far less than the average used car
Buying a used car remains a great way to save money, even with the price volatility of the past few years. But despite that, the fundamentals remain the same: New cars depreciate quickly during the first three to four years of ownership. That’s what makes used cars such a great value.
Our list below is based on two factors: how well the models performed in our tests when new, and the results of our Annual Auto Surveys of CR members. Each year, they report back to us on the reliability of their vehicles.
CR members can search our Used Car Marketplace for vehicles for sale in their area, sorting by the factors that matter most. The listings include CR reliability and owner satisfaction ratings, and most vehicles include a free Carfax report.
Small Cars
Ford C-Max
2016: $7,925-$8,750
2015: $6,425-$6,825
Honda Fit
2013: $7,175-$8,100
2011: $65,975-$7,075
Mazda3
2015: $6,600-$10,000
2013: $5,025-$7,600
Toyota Corolla
2014: $8,100-$9,050
2013: $7,500–$8,150
2012: $7,050–$7,550
2011: $6,600-$7,000
Toyota Prius C
2014: $9,075
2012: $7,150
Toyota Prius
2013: $8,650–$9,125
2012: $8,100–$8,825
2011: $7,475
Toyota Prius V
2013: $8,825
Midsized and Large Sedans
Buick LaCrosse
2014: $6,900–$9,400
Honda Accord
2012: $7,350-$8,425
Mazda6
2015: $7,500-$9,350
Subaru Legacy
2015: $7,500-$10,200
Toyota Camry
2013: $8,150-$9,850
2012: $7,350–$8,600
2011: $6,375-$7,350
Toyota Camry Hybrid
2013: $8,150-$9,850
2012: $7,350–$8,600
2011: $6,375-$7,350
SUVs
Acura MDX
2011: $7,750–$7,950
Toyota Venza
2012: $7,650–$10,450
