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US used car market report for July 2026
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US Used Car Market Report, July 2026: Best-Selling Models, Prices and Auction Picks

Derek WhitfieldSales Operations Lead
·5 min read

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Best-selling used vehicles, prices and days on market across the US and ten top states for July 2026, with data-backed auction buying recommendations for dealers.

The Sky Scale US Used Car Market Report for July 2026 tracks the best-selling used vehicles nationwide and across the ten largest state markets, with average listing prices, days on market, and what the data suggests dealers should be buying at auction.

National Top 10 Best-Selling Used Vehicles, July 2026

Across the US, used listings moved at an average of 124 days on market, with an average listing price of $22,888 among the top sellers.

RankModelAvg Listing PriceAvg Days on MarketActive Listings
1 Ford F-150 $29,055 151 167,739
2 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 $28,800 153 130,115
3 Toyota Camry $19,991 92 93,954
4 Toyota RAV4 $24,417 83 92,260
5 RAM Ram 1500 Pickup $29,364 166 88,418
6 Nissan Rogue $18,512 111 85,529
7 Honda CR-V $21,027 95 83,223
8 Chevrolet Equinox $17,515 128 83,004
9 Honda Accord $17,808 116 77,302
10 Ford Explorer $22,394 149 71,082

Used Car Demand by State

The ten largest used-car states, ranked by their top-moving models this period.

StateTop Used ModelsLead Model Avg PriceLead Model Avg DOM
Texas Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Toyota Camry, RAM Ram 1500 Pickup, Nissan Rogue $30,680 142
California Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Toyota RAV4, Toyota Corolla $20,974 83
Florida Ford F-150, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Camry, Toyota RAV4, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 $28,669 153
New York Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150 $23,027 90
Pennsylvania Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue, RAM Ram 1500 Pickup $29,985 146
Illinois Ford F-150, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford Escape, Jeep Grand Cherokee $28,482 163
Ohio Ford F-150, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Honda CR-V, Ford Escape $26,023 147
Georgia Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Rogue $29,059 151
North Carolina Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Toyota RAV4 $29,010 150
Michigan Chevrolet Equinox, Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford Escape, Jeep Grand Cherokee $17,018 129

Metro Spotlight

Top used model and pricing in major metros.

MetroTop Used ModelAvg PriceAvg DOM
Houston, TX Ford F-150 $28,683 151
Dallas, TX Tesla Model Y $27,341 7
Los Angeles, CA Honda Accord $19,603 106
San Diego, CA Nissan Rogue $20,132 92
Miami, FL Toyota Corolla $15,623 125
Orlando, FL Toyota Corolla $15,808 121
New York, NY Hyundai Tucson $0 91
Philadelphia, PA Nissan Rogue $18,768 99
Chicago, IL Ford Explorer $18,039 113
Columbus, OH Honda Civic $16,477 100
Atlanta, GA Lexus RX $38,672 72
Charlotte, NC Toyota RAV4 $24,947 58
Detroit, MI Nissan Frontier $13,600 33
Phoenix, AZ Ford F-150 $33,762 155
Denver, CO Ford F-150 $28,180 147

Price and Velocity Trends

July 2026 retail listing data shows continued strong demand for mainstream trucks and crossovers, with the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 leading in total listings nationwide. However, the Toyota Camry and Toyota RAV4 also maintain high visibility, appearing among the top three in several major states and ranking high in national listings.

Average listing prices remain elevated, with the national average at $22,888. Trucks such as the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and RAM 1500 are all priced near or above $29,000, while high-velocity models like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord are priced more moderately, at $19,991 and $17,808 respectively.

Velocity trends highlight the Toyota RAV4 (83 days on market), Toyota Camry (92 days), and Honda CR-V (95 days) as the fastest movers among high-volume models, all outperforming the national average days on market of 124. In contrast, full-size trucks are sitting longer, with the Ford F-150 and Silverado 1500 averaging over 150 days on market.

What to Buy at Auction This July

These recommendations are inferred from retail demand and turn speed in the data above, not from wholesale or auction (MMR) pricing.

  • Toyota RAV4 With the fastest turnover among top models at 83 days on market and a strong average price of $24,417, the RAV4 shows robust retail demand and efficient inventory movement.
  • Toyota Camry The Camry combines high national and state-level demand with a quick 92-day average days on market, making it a reliable choice for rapid retail turnover.
  • Honda CR-V At 95 days on market and a $21,027 average price, the CR-V is moving faster than most other high-volume models, indicating steady consumer interest.
  • Nissan Rogue The Rogue's 111 days on market is well below the national average, and its $18,512 price point keeps it accessible for a broad customer base.
  • Honda Accord With a 116-day average days on market and strong presence in key states, the Accord is a consistent performer in the midsize sedan segment.

Figures are drawn from active US retail listings via MarketCheck. They reflect listing prices and days-on-market, not wholesale or auction (MMR) values. Auction recommendations are inferences from retail demand and velocity.

How Sky Scale's Market Intelligence Works for Dealerships

Sky Scale is built specifically for dealership operations. This report is powered by the same live market data dealers get inside Sky Scale, scoped to their own city and inventory. The market value tool prices every VIN against real regional comparables, market days supply shows how fast each make and model turns in your market, and comparable listings surface every competing car within 100 miles.

Unlike generic market guides, Sky Scale connects this intelligence to your live inventory, your CRM, and your buyers, so a fast-moving model in your region can be sourced, priced, and matched to waiting leads in one platform. Start free and get this data for your own market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which used models are selling the fastest right now?

The Toyota RAV4, Toyota Camry, and Honda CR-V are the fastest movers, with average days on market of 83, 92, and 95 respectively.

Are trucks still in high demand?

Trucks like the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have the highest listing volumes, but their average days on market (151 and 153) are significantly above the national average, indicating slower turnover.

What is the current average retail listing price for used vehicles?

The national average retail listing price in July 2026 is $22,888.

Which models are most popular in major states?

The Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and Toyota Camry consistently appear among the top three models in states like Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina, while the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue are top choices in New York.

How do midsize sedans compare to SUVs in terms of velocity?

Midsize sedans like the Toyota Camry (92 days) and Honda Accord (116 days) are moving nearly as quickly as compact SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 (83 days) and Honda CR-V (95 days).

People Also Ask

Which used models are selling the fastest right now?+
The Toyota RAV4, Toyota Camry, and Honda CR-V are the fastest movers, with average days on market of 83, 92, and 95 respectively.
Are trucks still in high demand?+
Trucks like the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have the highest listing volumes, but their average days on market (151 and 153) are significantly above the national average, indicating slower turnover.
What is the current average retail listing price for used vehicles?+
The national average retail listing price in July 2026 is $22,888.
Which models are most popular in major states?+
The Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and Toyota Camry consistently appear among the top three models in states like Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina, while the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue are top choices in New York.
How do midsize sedans compare to SUVs in terms of velocity?+
Midsize sedans like the Toyota Camry (92 days) and Honda Accord (116 days) are moving nearly as quickly as compact SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 (83 days) and Honda CR-V (95 days).
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