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
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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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