How much is my car worth?
Your car has three values: trade-in (lowest), private-party (middle) and dealer retail (highest). Across 492 model-years we track, private-party is a median 25% above trade-in. Choose your car to see all three, with sources.
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The three numbers, explained
| Value | Who pays you | Vs. trade-in (median) |
|---|---|---|
| Trade-in | A dealer, as credit toward another car | baseline |
| Private party | Another person | 25% higher |
| Dealer retail | What a buyer pays a dealer | 36% higher |
Our analysis of Kelley Blue Book ranges (Good condition, midpoints) for 492 model-years of 50 models, fetched 2026-10-23. Each model-year page links the exact KBB page.
What dealers ask vs. what they pay
Listing prices are not offers. Across 492 model-years where we hold both, the median dealer asking price in our cited listings was 17% above the midpoint of KBB's dealer retail range. Listings can differ from KBB's Good-condition style mix in trim and mileage, and asking prices leave negotiating room. Either way, that's why we label our listing median "typical dealer asking price", never "your car's value".
Five steps to a fair number
- Find your exact year and trim (use the VIN decoder).
- Read the trade-in and private-party ranges on your model-year page.
- Check more than one guide. The FTC suggests NADA Guides, Edmunds and Kelley Blue Book (FTC).
- Get two or three instant cash offers if you want a firm number.
- Owe money on it? Run the negative equity calculator.
Related: Car value estimator · Trade-in value · Depreciation calculator
Questions
How much is my car worth?
It depends on how you sell. Across 492 model-years we track, Kelley Blue Book's private-party value sits a median 25% above its trade-in value, and dealer retail 36% above trade-in (Good condition, fetched 2026-10-23). Pick your car above to see all three ranges.
Why are there three different values?
A dealer buying your car (trade-in) needs room to recondition and resell it, a private buyer pays more but you do the work, and dealer retail is what a buyer pays at a lot.
Where else should I check?
The FTC suggests checking NADA Guides, Edmunds and Kelley Blue Book before you negotiate.
Do I need to give my email or phone number?
No. Honest Car Value shows every value without sign-up, email or phone number, and never passes details to dealers.