Last updated: 2026-05-11
TheClassicValuer's 2026 update tracks 72 documented McLaren 720S sales with a median price of GBP 180,104 and a 78 percent sell-through rate, signalling steady collector demand. Around 558 cars remain road-licensed in the UK versus 187 on SORN, suggesting the 2017-2023 supercar is still being driven rather than mothballed.
With the BMW Z4 being discontinued, the author bought a 2004 example as a daily driver. The piece reflects on real-world ownership of the early E85 generation and what makes used Z4s appealing as values stabilise.
Autocar reviews the DB12 S, the more focused variant of Aston Martin's flagship grand tourer. The piece positions the model in the brand's lineup and weighs how its arrival could shape used DB11 and DB12 values.
Land Rover unveils the SV Ultra as the most luxurious Range Rover to date, debuting world-first electrostatic sound technology and a laser-crafted mosaic seating pattern in Ultrafabrics leather-free trim. The flagship arrives with the P550e plug-in hybrid and P615 V8 powertrains, with a fully-electric variant following later in 2026.
Mercedes is refreshing the AMG SL with design updates emphasizing a softer grand tourer character. The redesign builds on the overwhelmingly positive reception of the plush Maybach SL variant and will introduce a new V8 engine option.
Used Mercedes EQS models from 2022-2023 are projected to trade in the $45,000-$65,000 range with 2024-2025 models reaching $60,000-$80,000. The EQS is shifting from luxury halo vehicle to best value luxury EV on the used market as depreciation stabilizes.
A new Jaguar F-TYPE with initial purchase price of $106,075 depreciates approximately 33.5% within three years for a resale value of $53,152. The model shows significantly higher depreciation than the luxury sports car category average of 31.8%, with cabriolet variants depreciating even faster at 49.9% over five years.
The iconic Jaguar E-Type shows median pricing of £45,628 with 62 recorded sales and a 60% sell-through rate. Market values range from £9,250 to £137,458, encompassing original production models (1962-1973) through later variants, reflecting strong enduring collector demand.
The 1961-1965 Jaguar E-Type Series I Roadster 3.8 commands strong collector interest with median valuation around £118,000 across 408 documented sales at 72% sell-through rate. Market values span from £19,053 project cars to exceptional examples over £6 million, reflecting condition and provenance significance.
The Jaguar XK8 Coupe market shows median pricing of £4,495 with 227 documented sales and impressive 80% sell-through rate. Recent pricing spans from £1,500 budget examples to premium specimens exceeding £20,000, with approximately 2,639 coupe variants licensed on UK roads.
Volvo 2024 model year vehicles offer the best value, retaining approximately 68% of original price with 92% useful life remaining. The analysis shows Volvo has improved styling significantly over the past decade but maintains historically weak resale values compared to German luxury competitors.
The new 2026 Continental GT S blends the standard V8 plug-in hybrid powertrain with the sportier Speed chassis setup. Priced from 202,565 GBP, it slots between the base GT and the full Speed model, offering hybrid efficiency with sharper handling.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia experiences significant depreciation, losing 62% of its value after 5 years with a projected resale value of $19,324. A 2-year-old used Giulia can save buyers approximately $28,448 compared to purchasing new, while 2024 models offer the best value at 51% of original price.
The Lancia Delta Integrale 16V, an icon of 1980s rallying, shows median market value of £28,785 with prices ranging from £13,841 to £94,336 since 2020. The model achieved a 70% sell-through rate at auction and remains highly sought by collectors, with 35 still licensed on UK roads despite its 1988-1992 production period.
The Fiat 124 Spider used car market has remained stable to slightly firmer from early 2021 to January 2026, with average prices around $15,526. Modern 2017-2020 generation models range from $10,000 to $30,000 depending on condition and variant, while classic European examples typically command €15,000-€40,000 depending on model type.
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio depreciates 58.6% after five years, resulting in a resale value of $20,266. The model loses value faster than its luxury compact SUV category peers, with 2024 model year offering the best value proposition at 52% of original purchase price.
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa announced focus on four core nameplates (Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, Fiat) with material funding increases. Alfa Romeo transitions to regional/niche role using shared platforms while maintaining distinct branding. Lancia's position under review as Stellantis restructures portfolio for 2026-2027.
Alfa Romeo Fahrzeuge erfahren nach 5 Jahren eine Wertminderung von 48,4% mit einem Restwert von 51,7%. Der Giulia depreciert nach 5 Jahren zu 62% mit einem Restwert von 37,53%. Das Modell von 2024 bietet das beste Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis unter aktuellen Alfa Romeo Fahrzeugen.
Gebrauchtwagen Preise sollen 2026 stabil bleiben mit geringen Schwankungen. Elektrofahrzeuge könnten 5-10% Rückgang erleben, während Trucks und SUVs 1-5% Anstieg verzeichnen dürften. Off-Lease Rückkehren sollen über 300.000 Einheiten erreichen und das Angebot erhöhen.
Der Gebrauchtwagen Markt 2026 bleibt angespannt mit stabilen Preisen. Luksus-Käufer zeigen starke Markentreue innerhalb des Premium-Segments, während Budget-Käufer unter Druck stehen. Der Markt wird um etwa 1% gegenüber 2025 zurückgehen.
According to JD Power data, the average used car price in 2026 stands at $30,166, an increase of $860 compared to 2025. Average five-year depreciation improved to 41.8% in 2026, a 3.8 percentage point improvement over 2025, with every major vehicle segment retaining more value than in 2025.
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R maintains an MSRP of $69,375 with an average market price of $53,388 based on 136 listings. The market shows stable pricing with low volatility at ±4.9% range and growing inventory selection, indicating steady demand for Volkswagen's high-performance compact hatchback.
Audi maintains strong value retention within the luxury segment, with sportier models like S4, S6, and TTS outperforming standard A-series variants. The 2023 model year emerged as the optimal purchase choice for value-conscious buyers, offering approximately 71% residual value. RS models perform significantly better in holding value than standard A-series sedans.
A new Audi A6 depreciates 55.6% after five years, retaining only 44.4% of its original value with a resale price of $28,487. The luxury midsize sedan shows steeper depreciation than its category average of 46.4%, with three-year depreciation at 37.1% and seven-year at 66.5%.
The Volkswagen Golf maintained its competitive position in the German automotive market during Q1 2026 despite the industry's shift toward electric vehicles. Volkswagen achieved this by updating the model with contemporary technology while preserving established characteristics that appeal to consumers, offering diverse powertrain options including petrol, diesel, and hybrid variants.
iSeeCars analyzes five-year depreciation patterns across Mercedes-Benz models based on over 3 million vehicles. The AMG GT coupe retains 66.7% of its value, followed by the G-Class at 65.3% and CLE coupe at 65%. Electric models like the EQE and EQS sedans perform weaker with only 29-37% retention, while plug-in hybrids show mixed results at 41-54%.
The Jaguar F-Pace SVR, once priced at approximately $85,000, now sells for around $55,000 in the used market. This performance SUV with its potent 550-575 hp supercharged V8 engine and 0-60 capability in 3.8 seconds offers exceptional value compared to competing German performance SUVs. Limited brand prestige in the segment and Jaguar's pivot to electric vehicles have created significant depreciation.
With no new Jaguars in production during 2026, CarBuzz recommends the 2023 Jaguar F-Type for used buyers, which has zero NHTSA recalls, investigations, and owner complaints. The 2024 F-Pace achieved a J.D. Power rating of 80/100, while the 2015 XJ offers a balance of mechanical and electronic reliability. The 2017 F-Pace should be avoided due to engine failures and suspension issues.
Volvos retain 49.7% of their value after five years, with the V90 wagon (33% three-year depreciation) performing best among the lineup. The XC60 SUV and S90 sedan show 37% depreciation. Electric variants like the XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge lose significantly more value at 57% and 62% respectively. Gas-powered models consistently outperform hybrid and electric alternatives in resale value.
The Volvo EX90 electric SUV follows typical luxury EV depreciation patterns, losing 35-45% of value by year three and 55-65% by year five. On an $85,000 purchase, owners can expect a $38,000 loss by year three, leaving the vehicle worth approximately $47,000. The first-year depreciation ranges from 18-25%, creating buying opportunities for second-owner purchases while representing significant financial hits for first owners.
CarEdge's analysis shows new BMWs depreciate rapidly after purchase, with 2024 models retaining 72.6% of their value while maintaining 92% of useful lifespan. Earlier model years show steeper depreciation: 2023 at 67.1%, 2022 at 60.2%. The 2024 model year offers the best value proposition for used car buyers.
Mazda ranks in the top 5 mainstream brands for resale value, with 5-year depreciation of 38.3% compared to 47% industry average. The 2024 model year retains 72.6% of original price. Best-performing models are the MX-5 sports car and CX-3 compact crossover, demonstrating strong consistency across the lineup.
Opel achieved remarkable growth with 27.4% year-over-year increase in new vehicle registrations in January 2026, boosting market share from 3.3% to 4.6% in Germany. The Astra leads growth with 57% sales increase in the C-segment, while the Corsa remains the best-selling model at #4 nationally and #1 in its segment.
iSeeCars finds the Lotus Emira holds its value better than its peers, depreciating only 21.5% over five years versus 29.4% for the exotic sports car segment. After three years the loss is a minimal 1.8%, but it accelerates to 34.5% at seven years and 53.8% at ten.
CarEdge calculates that a new Land Rover Defender loses roughly 48% of its value over five years, falling from $94,619 to about $49,268. The analysis pegs two-to-four-year-old used Defenders as the sweet spot, skipping the steepest early depreciation while preserving most of the SUV's useful life.
OctoClassic reports McLaren values are finally stabilizing after years of sharp declines, with the non-Artura range losing only 3.4% over the past 12 months versus 7.4% the year before. Spiders fell just 2.2% while 675LT prices reversed course with a 6.1% gain, and the 765LT, Speedtail and F1 remain the strongest long-term holds at $1.5M–$14M.
New Lancia Ypsilon hits European market spring 2026 with expanded powertrain lineup. Entry-level Turbo 100 manual starts at €22,200, €3,000 cheaper than mild-hybrid automatic equivalent. Base Unica trim priced €22,500; top HF performance variant reaches €32,000. Upcoming Lancia Gamma flagship launches later with hybrid, PHEV, and full EV options.
BMW verkaufte 84.231 Fahrzeuge im Q1 2026 und übertraf Audi mit der doppelten Menge. Audi meldete einen 30% Rückgang mit 29.886 Einheiten, während Mercedes mit 78.500 Einheiten in zweiter Position folgte. BMWs SUV-Lineup profitiert von der anhaltenden Nachfrage nach Light Trucks.
Alfa Romeo ended 2025 with over 73,000 registrations globally, growing over 20% year-on-year. The brand aims to approach or exceed 100,000 units in 2026, driven by Junior model demand exceeding 60,000 orders across 40+ markets. Q1 2026 shows positive momentum with 5% sales increase versus Q4 2025.
Once an obscure European performance hatchback, the Lancia Delta HF Integrale has become a sought-after collector car commanding prices above 50,000 dollars. Its appeal rests on six consecutive WRC manufacturers' titles from 1987 to 1992 and rarity in the US market.
Autocar highlights previously-owned sports cars expected to appreciate, spanning £2,000 bargains to £20,000+ classics. Among the featured appreciating models are the 1987-1989 Alfa Romeo 75 Verde V6 from £10,000 and the 1966-1982 Alfa Romeo Spider from £12,500.
BMW led the UK used car market in March 2026 with 26.9 million views and 99,169 leads. The BMW 3 Series attracted 4.88 million views, confirming strong demand for premium used executive saloons.
The Ferrari Testarossa market demonstrates substantial price variation with vehicles ranging from £49,000 to £510,000 and median valuation of £110,718. The model maintains strong collector demand with a 74% sell-through rate and 559 documented sales since 2020, representing a stable investment within the classic supercar segment.
Analysis of the Lamborghini Aventador market reveals that 2017-2019 S models represent the sweet spot at $230,000-$280,000, while limited variants like SV and SVJ appreciate at 2-6% annually. The guide identifies strong reliability and collector demand, particularly for natural aspirated engines and manual transmissions as the model approaches phase-out.
Jaguar will unveil its production electric luxury sedan in September 2026, with customer deliveries from 2027. The car features three electric motors producing over 1,000 hp and a new proprietary Jaguar Electrified Architecture. With production of combustion Jaguars halted, used 2024 models are currently the best available alternative.
A 2021 Range Rover Sport loses approximately 64% of its value within five years. Buyers should prioritize newer L461 models with warranties or used 2018-2020 vehicles with supercharged engines, avoiding four-cylinder Ingenium models.
CarBuzz argues modern Alfa Romeo Giulias from 2018 onwards, especially those with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, have become genuinely reliable used buys. The piece cites reliability studies and ownership cost data while dismissing outdated concerns from early model years.
498 Land Rover Defender SUVs from model year 2026 are recalled in the US due to insufficiently welded third-row seatbelt anchorage brackets. Dealers were notified by April 2, 2026, with customer letters by May 15.
Carwow's comprehensive guide covers the complete Land Rover lineup from the city-friendly Evoque to the rugged Defender Octa at over GBP 150,000. The classic V8 restoration programme starts at GBP 190,000, providing useful reference points for used values.
Spy shots of the upcoming Range Rover Velar facelift reveal a single curved widescreen replacing the iconic twin portrait displays, plus a new steering wheel and digital cluster. The next-generation Velar will go fully electric on JLR's 800V EMA platform with a target of 300-350 miles WLTP range, with full reveal expected in late 2026 and UK deliveries from 2027.