Compact luxury crossovers and SUVs are becoming more appealing to new car buyers as the base price of vehicles continues to increase. The luxury car market has been subject to very high prices in recent times, making the bulk of options out of reach to most consumers. Unfortunately, this has also resulted in them being subject to incredible depreciation rates as soon as they leave the dealership floors.
If you are in the market for a small luxury SUV for a short-term ownership period, some options appear to hold their value reasonably well, especially when compared to their larger counterparts. Luxury cars are typically not the best investments to make, but these small SUVs show us that you don’t have to take as much of a financial risk to enjoy a bit more of an upmarket ownership experience.
To give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturers and other authoritative sources. We’ve ranked the models on this list based on their iSeeCars five-year resale value percentage, from lowest to highest.
Alfa Romeo Tonale – $36,495
Five-Year Resale Value: 46.3 Percent
Starting this list off with an Alfa Romeo Tonale highlights just how poorly small luxury crossovers depreciate overall. iSeeCars highlights that the Tonale will retain 46.3 percent of its value after five years, resulting in a 7.6/10 value retention score. Pricing for this model currently kicks off at $36,495 MSRP.
J.D. Power issues the Tonale range with a 75/100 consumer-verified overall score, consisting of 68/100 for quality and reliability, 79/100 for the driving experience, 76/100 for resale, and 82/100 for the dealership experience. Edmunds indicates that the base Tonale will lose $33,467 of its value after five years and 60,000 miles of ownership.
Range Rover Evoque – $49,900
Five-Year Resale Value: 46.4 Percent
The Range Rover Evoque is a moniker that has been around for a couple of years, resulting in it earning somewhat of a better reputation in the used market. iSeeCars indicates that you will see it hold 46.4 percent of its value after five years. It earns a 7.7/10 overall score, which includes 7.7/10 for reliability and 7.6/10 for value retention. Pricing for the range currently starts at $49,900.
Edmunds highlights that the base P250 S derivative will lose $29,032 of its initial purchase value within the first five years and 60,000 miles of ownership. You can expect the Dynamic SE range to lose $33,108 of its value over the same period.
Cadillac XT4 – $40,795
Five-Year Resale Value: 48.3 Percent
According to iSeeCars, the Cadillac XT4 holds a 48.3-percent five-year resale value rate, resulting in a 7.7/10 value retention score, joined by an 8.0/10 safety score. The GM-owned brand currently starts pricing this model at $40,795.
The Cadillac XT4 holds a 78/100 consumer-verified overall score, consisting of 75/100 for quality and reliability, and for the driving experience, together with a 79/100 score for resale and 84/100 for the dealership experience. Edmunds highlights that the base Premium derivative will lose $24,391 of its value after five years and 60,000 miles of use.
BMW X2 – $44,300
Five-Year Resale Value: 48.8 Percent
The BMW X2 is likely to hold a 48.8-percent five-year resale value rate, reflecting a 7.7/10 value retention score, together with a 7.0/10 safety grade. The Bavarian brand starts pricing off for this model at $44,300.
According to Edmunds, the xDrive28i will lose $25,446 of its value after five years and 60,000 miles. The performance-oriented M35i model suffers from a $29,546 value loss during the same period.
BMW X1 – $42,800
Five-Year Resale Value: 49.6 Percent
The BMW X1 fares slightly better than its coupe counterpart, with iSeeCars indicating that it holds a 49.6-percent five-year resale value rate. The publication awards it with an 8.0/10 overall score, including 7.8 for reliability and value retention, and 8.5/10 for safety. Pricing for this model currently starts at $42,800 MSRP.
The X1 range currently sits with a 73/100 consumer-verified overall score from J.D. Power, consisting of 63/100 for quality and reliability, 81/100 for the driving experience, 79/100 for resale, and 79/100 for the dealership experience. Expect the base model to lose $24,306 of its value, according to Edmunds.
Audi Q3 – TBA
Five-Year Resale Value: 49.7 Percent
Interestingly, the Audi Q3 benefits from a reasonable reputation when it comes to value retention, with iSeeCars indicating it holds a 49.7-percent five-year resale value figure, awarding it a 7.8/10 value retention score. Joining this is 7.9/10 for reliability and 8/10 for safety. Audi will reveal pricing for this new-generation model in the coming months.
J.D. Power issues the Audi Q3 model with a 79/100 consumer-verified overall score, which consists of 82/100 for quality and reliability, 76/100 for the driving experience, 79/100 for resale, and 77/100 for the dealership experience. Edmunds highlights that the base Premium trim will lose $19,144 of its value after five years and 60,000 miles of use.
Volvo XC40 – $40,650
Five-Year Resale Value: 51.7 Percent
The Volvo XC40, which now excludes the all-electric Recharge, is one of the most underrated models in this segment. iSeeCars indicates that the model holds a 51.7-percent five-year resale value rating, affording it a 7.9/10 value retention score, together with an 8/10 safety grade. Volvo starts pricing for this model at $40,650.
The Volvo XC40 range holds a 75/100 consumer-verified overall score from J.D. Power, which includes 74/100 for quality and reliability, 78/100 for the driving experience, 71/00 for resale, and 77/100 for the dealership experience. Edmunds indicates that the base B5 Core model will lose $17,597 of its value after five years and 60,000 miles.
Mercedes-Benz GLA – $43,000
Five-Year Resale Value: 51.8 Percent
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is one of the best German compact luxury crossovers you can consider if you hold value retention to a high standard. iSeeCars rates its five-year resale value at 51.8 percent, resulting in a 7.9/10 value retention score. The publication also awards it 7.8/10 for reliability, leading to a 7.9/10 overall score. Pricing for the range starts at $43,000.
Edmunds indicates that the base GLA 250 model will lose $22,032 of its initial purchase value after five years and 60,000 miles. The AMG GLA 35 takes depreciation to the extreme, losing as much as $34,578 during the same period.
Buick Encore GX – $25,990
Five-Year Resale Value: 54.1 Percent
2024 Buick Encore GX front 3/4 shot
The Buick Encore GX achieves an impressive 54.1-percent five-year resale value figure from iSeeCars, resulting in an 8.1/10 value retention score and 8/10 safety score. Pricing for this model starts at $25,900, making it one of the cheaper options you can consider on this list.
2024 Buick Encore GX rear 3/4 shot
The Buick Encore GX range currently holds an 85/100 consumer-verified overall score from J.D. Power, which consists of 85/100 for quality and reliability, 82/100 for the driving experience, 78/100 for resale, and 93/100 for the dealership experience. Edmunds suggests a $13,186 value loss for the base Preferred model after five years and 60,000 miles.
Lexus UX – $33,450
Five-Year Resale Value: 63.9 Percent
To no surprise, the Lexus UX range earns the top spot for value retention, with iSeeCars issuing it a 63.9-percent five-year resale value score. The result is 8.7/10 for value retention, with 8/10 for safety. Pricing currently starts at $33,450.
J.D. Power awards the UX range an 81/100 consumer-verified overall score, including 85/100 for quality and reliability, 72/100 for the driving experience, 77/100 for resale, and 87/100 for the dealership experience.
Source: iSeeCars, J.D. Power, and Edmunds