Used car prices have been sliding on average, yet a handful of models are moving the other way. Electric Teslas dominate the top of the rankings, but luxury crossovers, a hybrid and a sport sedan also made the cut. Here are ten models whose used prices rose the most over the past year.
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1. Tesla Model X: Biggest Gainer Overall
Tesla leads the list. A used Model X averaged $60,950 in June 2026, up $9,066 or 17.5% from a year earlier, according to the iSeeCars June study, which tracked cars one to five years old.
That is the steepest climb of any model in the study. Anyone shopping for a three-row electric SUV should expect to pay noticeably more than twelve months ago, and sellers holding one may find the timing favorable while the market stays this firm. A test drive and a battery or drivetrain inspection remain sensible steps before paying such a figure for any used example.
2. BMW X2: Small Luxury Crossover Heats Up
BMW’s compact crossover posted a nearly identical jump. A used X2 averaged $33,956, up $5,035 or 17.4% year over year, based on the CarPro top-ten list of fastest-rising models.
The X2 is a smaller, sportier sibling to the X3, and buyers who want a badge without a full-size footprint are clearly competing for the few available. Shoppers should compare several listings, since asking prices can differ widely. A cautious approach is to check vehicle history reports and confirm that any advertised discount reflects real condition, not just a seller chasing the market upward.
3. Mini Countryman: Quirky Mini Gets Pricier
Mini’s largest model is no bargain bin pick anymore. A used Countryman averaged $30,535, up $4,231 or 16.1%, as shown in the CarPro June price rankings of June price changes.
The Countryman is the roomiest Mini, which gives it appeal to small families that want character over bulk. Because the gain is so sharp, a buyer may be better served by checking trim and mileage carefully rather than accepting a premium for the name alone. Negotiating room may still exist, particularly on higher-mileage examples that sit longer on dealer lots than the freshest, lowest-mileage cars.
4. Tesla Model 3: Entry Tesla Climbs Too
Tesla’s most affordable sedan is rising as well. A used Model 3 averaged $28,520, up $3,388 or 13.5%, according to the CarPro’s increases table of top increases.
Even at under $30,000, the Model 3 now costs about three thousand dollars more than a year earlier. Electric car shoppers on a budget may find that waiting no longer lowers the price, so comparing against other used EVs is worthwhile. Cross-shopping against other compact sedans and crossovers can reveal whether the electric premium is worth paying at the moment.
5. Alfa Romeo Giulia: Italian Sport Sedan Rebounds
Alfa Romeo makes the list with a sport sedan. A used Giulia averaged $30,320, up $3,591 or 13.4%, per the MoneyLion price-hike roundup of the biggest used price hikes.
The Giulia is a rear-drive compact luxury sedan, a shrinking niche as many rivals have moved to crossovers. Limited supply of this body style may help explain the demand, though owners should still weigh the cost of specialist service before buying. A pre-purchase inspection is especially sensible on a performance-oriented car, where deferred maintenance can erase the savings from a good price.
6. Tesla Model S: Flagship Hatchback Regains Ground
Tesla’s flagship liftback appears again. A used Model S averaged $52,787, up $6,116 or 13.1%, as reported in the MoneyLion top-ten list of fast-rising models.
The Model S has long been the pricey end of used Teslas, so a double-digit gain adds thousands to the tag. Buyers should confirm battery health and warranty status, because those details matter more than a headline price swing. Owners thinking of selling may take comfort in the trend, while buyers might wait for a softer month if the car is not urgent.
7. Tesla Model Y: Best-Selling EV Firms Up
Tesla’s compact crossover makes the fourth Tesla entry. A used Model Y averaged $32,916, up $3,529 or 12.0%, according to the WKRN used EV report on rebounding used EV prices.
With so many Model Y units on the road, a rise of this size signals broad demand rather than a niche squeeze. Shoppers should price-check across regions and keep in mind that used inventory can shift quickly. It also suggests that sellers have little reason to discount quickly, so patient shoppers should set alerts and compare several nearby listings before making an offer.
8. Infiniti QX80: Big Luxury SUV Turns Heads
Infiniti’s full-size SUV is the largest vehicle here. A used QX80 averaged $48,756, up $4,871 or 11.1%, based on the iSeeCars year-over-year table comparing June 2026 with June 2025.
The QX80 is a three-row, body-on-frame luxury SUV, and big-vehicle buyers have fewer choices than in the past. Anyone considering one should budget for fuel costs and compare it with similarly sized rivals before paying the higher price. Reading the full year-over-year table helps put this single figure in context against the overall market, which moved in the opposite direction.
9. Hyundai Santa Fe: Hybrid Family Hauler Gains
Hyundai’s hybrid crossover shows demand beyond luxury and EV badges. A used Santa Fe Hybrid averaged $33,619, up $3,255 or 10.7%, according to the iSeeCars used price study of one-to-five-year-old cars.
Fuel economy is the likely draw for family buyers, though the study itself reports only the price change. Shoppers who want a hybrid should note that the premium may be offset over time by lower fuel spending. Confirming the hybrid system’s service records and any remaining warranty coverage is a practical step before agreeing to a higher asking price.
10. Cadillac CT5: American Sport Sedan Closes Out
Cadillac finishes the ranking. A used CT5 averaged $36,613, up $3,479 or 10.5%, even as the overall used market fell 1.3%, as the iSeeCars full ranking documents.
That contrast is the point: while average prices slipped, these ten models bucked the trend. A CT5 buyer gets a rear-drive luxury sedan, but should remember that a market-wide dip means most other used cars are getting cheaper, not dearer. Shoppers should therefore treat the gain as a model-specific story, and negotiate accordingly rather than assuming every used sedan is climbing.
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