2026 Nissan Kicks
$0.66 per mile | $22,430 - $28,160 | 30-31 MPG
Lowest Cost to Own SUVs for 2026
153 vehicles ranked by estimated 5-year ownership cost for 2026. The 2026 Nissan Kicks appears first at $64,560 estimated over 5 years. Includes fuel, insurance, depreciation, maintenance, and financing estimates from AAA.
First Result
$64,560 estimated 5-year cost of ownership
$22,430 starting MSRP, 4-star safety
Photo by Tahamie Farooqui on UnsplashHow this list is generated
Model year: 2026; Vehicle type: SUV. Data is refreshed periodically from published sources.
$22k–$37kPrice Range
14Brands
175-Star Rated
$1,100Lowest Fuel Cost
Sources: NHTSA.gov, IIHS.org, fueleconomy.gov, RepairPal.com, AAA.
Vehicles Matching These Criteria
Showing 30 of 153 vehicles
2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer
$0.69 per mile | $23,000 - $29,200 | 27-31 MPG
2026 Kia Seltos
$0.66 per mile | $23,790 - $31,490 | 29 MPG
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross
$0.69 per mile | $25,035 - $31,410 | 30-32 MPG
2026 Buick Envista
$0.69 per mile | $24,600 - $29,400 | 30 MPG
2026 Kia Niro
$0.77 per mile | $27,390 - $35,790 | 49 MPG
2026 Buick Encore GX
$0.66 per mile | $25,900 - $33,000 | 27-30 MPG
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$0.69 per mile | $24,995 - $29,695 | 26 MPG
2026 Volkswagen Taos
$0.69 per mile | $26,500 - $35,900 | 28-31 MPG
2026 Mazda CX-30
$0.69 per mile | $25,975 - $37,900 | 27 MPG
2026 Subaru Crosstrek
$0.69 per mile | $26,995 - $34,995 | 29-36 MPG
2026 Hyundai Kona
$0.66 per mile | $25,500 - $34,150 | 27-31 MPG
2026 Nissan Rogue
$0.69 per mile | $29,090 - $38,990 | 31-32 MPG
2026 Honda HR-V
$0.66 per mile | $26,500 - $31,850 | 27-28 MPG
2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid
$0.78 per mile | $30,490 - $40,590 | 35-42 MPG
2026 Kia Sportage
$0.69 per mile | $28,790 - $39,690 | 26-28 MPG
2026 Hyundai Tucson
$0.69 per mile | $29,450 - $42,075 | 26-36 MPG
2026 Subaru Forester
$0.69 per mile | $29,995 - $41,595 | 29 MPG
2026 Toyota RAV4
$0.78 per mile | $31,900 - $43,300 | 42-43 MPG
2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
$0.69 per mile | $27,695 - $31,845 | 25 MPG
2026 Honda CR-V
$0.69 per mile | $30,920 - $42,250 | 29-40 MPG
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
$0.83 per mile | $29,995 - $44,845 | 27-28 MPG
2026 Mazda CX-5
$0.69 per mile | $29,990 - $38,990 | 26 MPG
2026 Jeep Compass
$0.69 per mile | $30,595 - $34,530 | 26 MPG
2026 Ford Bronco Sport
$0.69 per mile | $31,845 - $40,265 | 23 MPG
2026 Volkswagen Tiguan
$0.69 per mile | $30,805 - $43,085 | 25-28 MPG
2026 Ford Escape
$0.69 per mile | $30,350 - $38,935
2026 Subaru Outback
$0.66 per mile | $34,995 - $47,995 | 27 MPG
2026 Lexus UX
$0.78 per mile | $36,955 - $46,945 | 42-43 MPG
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
$0.84 per mile | $35,050 - $50,500 | 23-36 MPG
This ranking shows the top 30. Refine by body type or year using the navigation above to find more.
Common Questions
What is the cheapest car to own over 5 years in 2026?
The 2026 Nissan Kicks has the lowest estimated 5-year total cost of ownership at $64,560 for 2026. This figure includes fuel, insurance, depreciation, maintenance, and financing, but not the purchase price itself.
Why does total cost of ownership matter more than MSRP?
A car with a lower sticker price can cost more to own over time due to higher fuel costs, faster depreciation, or more expensive insurance. Total cost of ownership captures these hidden expenses. Among these 153 vehicles, the cheapest to buy is not always the cheapest to own.
Which brands have SUVs on this list?
14 brands are represented: Buick, Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, and 6 more. Rankings are based on EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data, not editorial opinion.