10 Used Cars Owners Are Trading In for More Than $10K in EquityMoneyLionGabrielle OlyaWed, September 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleHonda · OtherIf you haven't checked your vehicle's value recently, you could be sitting on thousands of dollars in unexpected equity. According to a new Edmunds report, the average amount of positive equity in trade-ins toward new-vehicle purchases recently reached a record $13,330 — nearly double pre-pandemic norms.While pickups dominate the list of cars with the highest trade-in values, several family SUVs and crossovers also generate substantial equity for owners. Here are the vehicles most commonly traded in with at least $10,000 in positive equity.1. Honda CR-VAverage model year: 2019.3Average equity: $10,5452. Ford F-150Average model year: 2018.5Average equity: $17,8763. Chevy Silverado 1500Average model year: 2019.3Average equity: $16,5444. Toyota RAV4Average model year: 2019Average equity: $11,1945. Ram 1500Average model year: 2019.7Average equity: $16,9886. GMC Sierra 1500Average model year: 2020.4Average equity: $22,2177. Toyota TacomaAverage model year: 2019.7Average equity: $16,7558. Subaru ForesterAverage model year: 2019.3Average equity: $10,5919. Toyota HighlanderAverage model year: 2018.6Average equity: $14,41510. Ford ExplorerAverage model year: 2018.9Average equity: $11,829The Bottom LineIf your vehicle is on this list, now is the time to act. With average equity at a record high, you have a unique opportunity to trade up or trade down with substantial financial cushion.AdvertisementAdvertisementCheck your car's value on major automotive platforms, compare trade-in offers from multiple dealers and consider how that equity can work toward your next vehicle purchase. The market won't stay this favorable forever.This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.More From MoneyLion:Looking to Buy Investment Properties? These Loans Offer Fast FundingSave Up to $1,100 on Car Insurance in MinutesForbes' Most Trusted Gold Company of 2026 — See Why Investors Are Taking NoticeCash In Your Unused Gold at Today's Top Prices