The 2027 model year has not taken over dealership lots as quickly as automakers expected. That unusual delay could create a useful opening for shoppers who would rather buy a 2026 vehicle than pay extra for the newest badge.
At the end of August, only 12.4% of new-vehicle inventory carried a 2027 model year, according to CarGurus data reported by Business Insider. In recent years, that share sat around one-quarter at the same point.
