13 SUVs That Offer a Longer Lifespan
With the average cost of a new car now exceeding $48,000 and an estimated lifespan of 11.5 years, or roughly $4,200 annually, smart shoppers are seeking ways to maximize their investment. While SUVs are often more expensive than sedans, some models offer a longer lifespan and more affordable yearly cost compared to what’s typical. A recent study by iSeeCars identified several such options.
If you’re in the market for a new SUV that balances cost and longevity, consider these models:
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
- Average list price: $28,250
- Expected lifespan: 11.8 years
- Price per year: $2,400
Honda CR-V
- Average list price: $36,009
- Expected lifespan: 15 years
- Price per year: $2,401
Toyota RAV4
- Average list price: $35,258
- Expected lifespan: 14.6 years
- Price per year: $2,411
Toyota Highlander
- Average list price: $48,481
- Expected lifespan: 13.9 years
- Price per year: $3,489
Ford Edge
- Average list price: $42,590
- Expected lifespan: 12.1 years
- Price per year: $3,533
Toyota 4Runner
- Average list price: $52,056
- Expected lifespan: 14.6 years
- Price per year: $3,557
Toyota Highlander Hybrid
- Average list price: $52,565
- Expected lifespan: 13.9 years
- Price per year: $3,773
Lexus RX 350h
- Average list price: $60,857
- Expected lifespan: 15.7 years
- Price per year: $3,865
Lexus RX 350
- Average list price: $57,838
- Expected lifespan: 14.9 years
- Price per year: $3,892
Jeep Wrangler
- Average list price: $56,252
- Expected lifespan: 14.4 years
- Price per year: $3,894
Nissan Murano
- Average list price: $45,205
- Expected lifespan: 11.6 years
- Price per year: $3,912
Honda Pilot
- Average list price: $49,817
- Expected lifespan: 12.1 years
- Price per year: $4,131
Infiniti QX60
- Average list price: $61,286
- Expected lifespan: 14.7 years
- Price per year: $4,173
Editor’s note: Photos are for representational purposes only and might not reflect the exact year, make or model of the vehicle(s) listed in this article.
Editor’s note: Data was sourced from iSeeCars and is accurate as of Feb. 11, 2025.
