15 2025 Car Models To Stay Away From in Retirement

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Buying a car in retirement can require a different thought process. In the past, you might’ve traded cars in every few years, but now that you’re on a fixed income — and no longer commuting to work — you may want to hold onto your next vehicle longer.

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Generally speaking, the most expensive popular brands — non-luxury — to maintain over a 10-year-period are Ram, Jeep, Ford, GMC and Chrysler, according to CarEdge. Of course, some models from these brands cost a lot more to maintain than others. Knowing what you may be getting into before buying can save you a lot of money in the long term.

Here’s a look at 15 2025 car models to stay away from in retirement, due to their high 10-year maintenance costs, per CarEdge. All vehicle starting prices were sourced from Kelley Blue Book.

Dodge Durango

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $11,768
• 2025 starting price: $40,090

Jeep Grand Cherokee

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $11,217
• 2025 starting price: $38,490

Jeep Compass

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,823
• 2025 starting price: $28,895

Ford Expedition

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,302
• 2025 starting price: $64,515

Ford Bronco

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,159
• 2025 starting price: $40,990

Chevrolet Suburban

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,108
• 2025 starting price: $64,195

Chevrolet Tahoe

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $10,029
• 2025 starting price: $61,195

Ford Explorer

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,766
• 2025 starting price: $41,450

Chevrolet Traverse

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,592
• 2025 starting price: $42,195

Ford Escape

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,438
• 2025 starting price: $31,010

Chevrolet Blazer

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,406
• 2025 starting price: $37,095

Buick Enclave

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,322
• 2025 starting price: $46,595

Chevrolet Equinox

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,209
• 2025 starting price: $31,080

Chevrolet Trailblazer

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,091
• 2025 starting price: $24,495

Chevrolet Trax

• Average 10-year maintenance cost: $9,001
• 2025 starting price: $21,895

Editor’s Note: Pricing is accurate as of Jul. 31, 2025. Pricing and availability may vary by location.

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