Will 2027 be a good year to buy a used car?

Whether 2027 will be a good year to buy a used car depends on your budget, the type of vehicle you want, and how much flexibility you have.

In general, it could be a decent time to shop if you’re not in a rush. Used-car availability can improve when more lease returns and trade-ins hit the market, which may give buyers more choices. But prices are never guaranteed to be lower in a specific year, since they still depend on local inventory, financing rates, fuel costs, and broader market conditions.

If you’re looking at EVs, 2027 may offer more models and more used options than today, but there’s no guarantee that prices will be especially low. For gas and hybrid cars, the same basic rule applies: more supply can help, but market conditions can still keep prices elevated.

The safest advice is: if you need a car soon, buy based on the best deal you can find now. If you can wait, 2027 may give you more choices, but the exact savings will vary by region and change over time, so check current listings and market data before you decide.