Used Dodge Compact Cars & SUVs That Won't Break The Bank

Dodge’s lower-cost entry point in the lineup can look compelling on paper, but depreciation is where the math gets interesting. The article compares a base new Dodge Hornet starting around $30,000 with a new Dodge Durango that runs “a bit over” $40,000. It notes that both models are expected to lose about 62% of their value after five years, translating to roughly $18,600 on a $30,000 MSRP and about $24,800 on a $40,000 Durango—figures tied to base-spec versions. The piece argues used Hornet and Durango buyers can get better value while avoiding certain used Dodge models, listing ten to watch for.