The used car market is facing tighter times. Dealers and private sellers are concentrating on keeping the supply clean and reliable, while genuinely upright, well-kept examples are increasingly scarce. At the same time, premium category crossovers and SUVs have remained strong assets for owners, with many models now selling for more than their purchase price three years ago. This dynamic highlights how luxury utility vehicles can retain—and in some cases boost—value even when the broader market stumbles.
Within the premium SUV segment labeled as C, the Audi Q3 stands out with a resale value index of 121.5 percent. This shows that the model has retained a notable portion of its value over the observed period, a trend many luxury buyers weigh when deciding between new deliveries or pre-owned options. In the SUV sector D, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV leads with an impressive 143.4 percent, signaling a robust demand and a perception of enduring prestige that bolsters its second-hand appeal. Such performance underscores how iconic design and proven off-road capability contribute to sustained market interest, even as overall new-vehicle inventories tighten.
The Porsche Cayenne crossover has earned the top spot as the residual value leader in the SUV segment E with a score of 139.6 percent. This result reflects strong buyer confidence in the Cayenne’s blend of performance, luxury, and everyday usability, helping it command favorable resale figures relative to many peers. In the SUV segment F, the Lexus LX leads with a value index of 133.9 percent, illustrating how reliability, luxury, and a timeless design language can translate into lasting demand among discerning buyers across North America.
Yet the question remains whether current owners of these premium models are ready to part with their vehicles in a market that rewards long-term value but also makes liquidity a key consideration. The decision to sell depends on multiple factors, including maintenance costs, mileage, overall condition, and the owners’ plans for upgrading within the same luxury segment. In times like these, the perceived stability of these high-end models helps cushion potential depreciation, while buyers in Canada and the United States continue to show sustained interest in well cared-for examples that deliver both performance and status.
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Source: Autostat