Some readers may be surprised by the models in the iSeeCars ranking of the best new cars for the money in 2025. There are no luxury name-brand models in the top 15. Most, if not all, cars mentioned are known for their reliability, affordable pricing and longevity. With the exception of the Nissan Versa, every car mentioned has an expected lifespan of nine or more years.
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Shopping for a new car this year? You might consider buying one of these 15 vehicles for a lasting return on investment.
1. Honda Civic
Average list price: $27,564
Expected lifespan (years): 13.7
Price per year: $2,006
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2. Toyota Corolla
Average list price: $25,218
Expected lifespan (years): 11.6
Price per year: $2,166
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3. Mazda3 (Hatchback)
Average list price: $31,849
Expected lifespan (years): 14.1
Price per year: $2,260
4. Honda Accord
Average list price: $30,659
Expected lifespan (years): 13.1
Price per year: $2,339
5. Subaru Impreza (Wagon)
Average list price: $26,900
Expected lifespan (years): 11.2
Price per year: $2,399
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6. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Average list price: $28,250
Expected lifespan (years): 11.8
Price per year: $2,400
7. Honda CR-V
Average list price: $36,009
Expected lifespan (years): 15
Price per year: $2,401
8. Toyota RAV4
Average list price: $35,258
Expected lifespan (years): 14.6
Price per year: $2,411
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9. Kia Soul
Average list price: $23,863
Expected lifespan (years): 9.9
Price per year: $2,417
10. Mazda3 (Sedan)
Average list price: $27,735
Expected lifespan (years): 10.6
Price per year: $2,608
11. Hyundai Elantra
Average list price: $25,536
Expected lifespan (years): 9.8
Price per year: $2,608
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12. Toyota Prius
Average list price: $34,333
Expected lifespan (years): 13
Price per year: $2,649
13. Toyota Camry Hybrid
Average list price: $35,471
Expected lifespan (years): 13.2
Price per year: $2,683
14. Nissan Sentra
Average list price: $24,886
Expected lifespan (years): 9
Price per year: $2,755
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15. Nissan Versa
Average list price: $21,011
Expected lifespan (years): 7.6
Price per year: $2,767
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