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Gabriel Vito

5 Used Cars That Are a Better Buy Than New in 2026

2018 The Ford Motor Company

New cars can lose roughly half their sticker price in the first five years. That reality alone makes a strong case for going used in 2026. But depreciation isn’t the only reason smart buyers are skipping the showroom. The below five used cars are among the reliable models that are built to last well past 150,000 miles.

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