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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