Buying a car in retirement can require a different thought process. In the past, you might’ve traded cars in every few years, but now that you’re on a fixed income — and no longer commuting to work — you may want to hold onto your next vehicle longer.
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Generally speaking, the most expensive popular brands — non-luxury — to maintain over a 10-year-period are Ram, Jeep, Ford, GMC and Chrysler, according to CarEdge. Of course, some models from these brands cost a lot more to maintain than others. Knowing what you may be getting into before buying can save you a lot of money in the long term.
Here’s a look at 15 2025 car models to stay away from in retirement, due to their high 10-year maintenance costs, per CarEdge. All vehicle starting prices were sourced from Kelley Blue Book.
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Dodge Durango
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $11,768
2025 starting price: $40,090
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $11,217
2025 starting price: $38,490
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Jeep Compass
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,823
2025 starting price: $28,895
Ford Expedition
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,302
2025 starting price: $64,515
Ford Bronco
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,159
2025 starting price: $40,990
Chevrolet Suburban
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,108
2025 starting price: $64,195
Chevrolet Tahoe
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,029
2025 starting price: $61,195
Ford Explorer
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,766
2025 starting price: $41,450
Chevrolet Traverse
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,592
2025 starting price: $42,195
Ford Escape
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,438
2025 starting price: $31,010
Chevrolet Blazer
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,406
2025 starting price: $37,095
Buick Enclave
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,322
2025 starting price: $46,595
Chevrolet Equinox
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,209
2025 starting price: $31,080
Chevrolet Trailblazer
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,091
2025 starting price: $24,495
Chevrolet Trax
Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,001
2025 starting price: $21,895
Editor’s Note: Pricing is accurate as of Jul. 31, 2025. Pricing and availability may vary by location.
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