Ranked: Cars That Hold and Lose Their Value the Most
Key Takeaways
- The Porsche 718 Cayman has the lowest five-year depreciation in the ranking at 9.6%, while the Nissan LEAF loses 63.1% of its value.
- Six EVs rank among the 15 fastest-depreciating vehicles.
- Toyota places seven models among the 15 vehicles with the lowest five-year depreciation.
Five-year depreciation varies dramatically by model, with a spread of more than 50 percentage points between the best and worst performers in this ranking.
This graphic ranks cars with the highest and lowest five-year depreciation in 2026, based on data from iSeeCars. The automotive research firm analyzed more than 950,000 five-year-old used vehicles sold between March 2025 and February 2026, with prices adjusted to 2026 dollars.
The study compares each vehicle’s average used price with its original manufacturer’s suggested retail price, or MSRP. Lower depreciation means a vehicle retained a larger share of its original purchase price.
Porsche Sports Cars Hold Their Value Best
The Porsche 718 Cayman stands out as the strongest performer, depreciating by just 9.6% over five years.
That works out to an average decline of only $6,988 from its original MSRP of approximately $72,800. The Porsche 911 follows at 11.1%, while the Chevrolet Corvette ranks third at 18.7%.
| Rank | Model | Avg 5-Year Depreciation | Avg $ Difference from MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Porsche 718 Cayman | 9.6% | $6,988 |
| 2 | Porsche 911 | 11.1% | $15,533 |
| 3 | Chevrolet Corvette | 18.7% | $13,365 |
| 4 | Toyota Tacoma | 19.9% | $6,426 |
| 5 | Toyota Tundra | 21.2% | $8,746 |
| 6 | Honda Civic | 22.9% | $5,828 |
| 7 | Subaru BRZ | 23.7% | $8,489 |
| 8 | Toyota GR Supra | 24.0% | $13,963 |
| 9 | Toyota RAV4 Hybrid | 25.2% | $7,731 |
| 10 | Toyota Corolla Hatchback | 25.5% | $6,220 |
| 11 | Toyota 4Runner | 25.5% | $10,697 |
| 12 | Lexus RC 300/350 | 26.6% | $12,674 |
| 13 | Ford Mustang | 26.8% | $9,205 |
| 14 | Toyota Corolla | 27.6% | $6,328 |
| 15 | Toyota Sienna | 28.5% | $11,530 |
Sports cars take four of the top seven spots, with the Porsche 718 Cayman and 911 joined by the Chevrolet Corvette and Subaru BRZ. The results show that some enthusiast models can retain value far better than the broader market despite their relatively high purchase prices.
Toyota Models Dominate the Low-Depreciation Rankings
Known for its long-standing reputation for vehicle reliability, Toyota has a particularly strong showing among models that hold their value.
The Tacoma and Tundra rank fourth and fifth, depreciating 19.9% and 21.2%, respectively. Toyota’s seven entries span pickups, SUVs, compact cars, and a minivan, suggesting that the brand’s resale strength extends well beyond a single model or vehicle category.
EVs and Luxury Vehicles Lose Value Fastest
At the other end of the ranking, the Nissan LEAF has the highest five-year depreciation at 63.1%. The Volkswagen ID.4 follows at 62.1%, while the Tesla Model S loses 62.0%.
| Rank | Model | Avg 5-Year Depreciation | Avg $ Difference from MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nissan LEAF | 63.1% | $17,743 |
| 2 | INFINITI QX80 | 62.8% | $52,631 |
| 3 | Volkswagen ID.4 | 62.1% | $28,010 |
| 4 | Tesla Model S | 62.0% | $58,907 |
| 5 | Land Rover Range Rover | 61.7% | $69,856 |
| 6 | BMW 7 Series | 61.6% | $61,141 |
| 7 | Tesla Model X | 61.2% | $61,216 |
| 8 | Ford Mustang Mach-E | 60.8% | $22,976 |
| 9 | BMW 5 Series (hybrid) | 59.5% | $44,921 |
| 10 | INFINITI QX60 | 58.3% | $30,099 |
| 11 | Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 58.3% | $45,272 |
| 12 | Audi Q5 (hybrid) | 58.2% | $34,063 |
| 13 | Land Rover Discovery | 57.9% | $34,878 |
| 14 | Tesla Model Y | 57.8% | $26,020 |
| 15 | Audi A8 L | 57.6% | $54,824 |
Six EVs rank among the 15 fastest-depreciating vehicles: the Nissan LEAF, Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model S, Tesla Model X, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Tesla Model Y.
Older EVs can face resale pressure as newer models offer improvements in range, charging speeds, and technology, while changes in new-vehicle pricing can also affect used values.
A newer EV may therefore be more competitive than a five-year-old model on range, charging performance, or software.
Luxury vehicles also feature prominently. The Land Rover Range Rover loses 61.7% of its value, equal to an average decline of $69,856 from MSRP, the largest dollar loss among the models shown. The BMW 7 Series, INFINITI QX80, and Range Rover Sport also post steep declines.
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