Typical mileage for each model year
Start with the model year. The table shows the median odometer reading for used cars of each year and the range that held the middle half of them. A 2020 car with 85,000 miles sits right at the median for its year. One with 140,000 is well above the middle half.
| Model year | Median miles | Middle half | Median price | Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9,658 | 4,286–18,419 | $38,502 | 806 |
| 2025 | 30,011 | 16,873–42,549 | $29,997 | 1,713 |
| 2024 | 39,166 | 24,715–55,641 | $30,640 | 1,888 |
| 2023 | 47,024 | 31,687–64,761 | $30,456 | 1,668 |
| 2022 | 63,690 | 43,259–86,440 | $28,940 | 1,090 |
| 2021 | 77,697 | 56,105–95,623 | $26,469 | 909 |
| 2020 | 85,052 | 65,162–104,161 | $22,237 | 673 |
| 2019 | 91,979 | 72,810–113,740 | $21,249 | 617 |
| 2018 | 94,410 | 72,772–119,578 | $19,499 | 561 |
| 2017 | 105,317 | 81,528–130,932 | $16,995 | 385 |
| 2016 | 111,606 | 89,271–132,528 | $14,998 | 287 |
| 2015 | 118,858 | 93,566–141,707 | $12,996 | 255 |
| 2014 | 121,600 | 91,133–143,791 | $11,998 | 213 |
| 2013 | 126,916 | 98,893–165,896 | $11,247 | 152 |
| 2012 | 132,112 | 92,957–156,982 | $9,995 | 110 |
Compare a used 2019–2021 car against the mileage table
Current US listings matching this guide. Open the photos or ask the selling dealer about a specific car. The selection updates as inventory changes.
2019 Toyota RAV4 LE
VIN: 2T3H1RFV3KW003495
102,227 mi · FWD · Gasoline
Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report, then arrange an independent inspection.
The odometer reading comes from the listing. Service records, accident history and the condition of the car have not been verified for this VIN.
2019 Honda CR-V EX-L
VIN: 2HKRW2H85KH607657
130,952 mi · AWD · Gasoline
Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report, then arrange an independent inspection.
The odometer reading comes from the listing. Service records, accident history and the condition of the car have not been verified for this VIN.
2019 Ford F-150 XLT
VIN: 1FTEW1E53KFA26638
57,809 mi · 4WD · Flex Fuel
Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report, then arrange an independent inspection.
The odometer reading comes from the listing. Service records, accident history and the condition of the car have not been verified for this VIN.
About 10,000 to 13,000 miles a year
Counting from January of each model year, the medians for 2016 to 2023 models work out to between 10,267 and 13,236 miles a year. The Federal Highway Administration puts the 2024 national average at 10,787 miles per light-duty vehicle and 13,735 miles per licensed driver.
For a quick check, multiply the car’s age by 12,000. A five-year-old car with about 60,000 miles is ordinary. Far more than that means more wear on parts that wear with use, such as brakes, tires and suspension. Far less can mean a car that sat for long periods. Either way, the service record tells you more.
Source: FHWA Highway Statistics 2024, table VM-1: average miles per vehicle
Source: FHWA: Our Nation’s Highways 2026, miles per licensed driver
What extra miles do to the price
Within the same model years, more miles meant a lower price. On a 2019–2021 Ford F-150, the median fell from $31,362 at 50,000–99,999 miles to $25,949 at 100,000–149,999, a difference of $5,413. On a Honda CR-V the same step went from $22,999 to $18,468, and on a Toyota RAV4 from $24,250 to $20,937.
The table compares the 2019–2021 models with the most listings. Each cell shows the median price, with the number of cars in brackets. A dash means fewer than five cars in that range.
| 2019–2021 model | Under 50,000 mi | 50,000–99,999 mi | 100,000–149,999 mi | Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | $36,742 (5) | $31,362 (66) | $25,949 (38) | 116 |
| Ram 1500 | – (4) | $30,684 (46) | $25,065 (27) | 82 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | $35,132 (8) | $30,519 (40) | $26,677 (25) | 74 |
| Jeep Wrangler Unlimited | $31,854 (14) | $24,998 (31) | – (3) | 48 |
| GMC Sierra 1500 | – (4) | $34,298 (21) | $29,502 (14) | 40 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | $26,708 (6) | $21,249 (21) | $16,349 (7) | 36 |
| Tesla Model 3 | $29,200 (8) | $23,634 (24) | – (3) | 36 |
| Jeep Gladiator | $29,998 (7) | $29,881 (22) | $26,500 (5) | 34 |
| Honda CR-V | – (2) | $22,999 (21) | $18,468 (8) | 32 |
| Toyota RAV4 | – (3) | $24,250 (17) | $20,937 (10) | 32 |
| Toyota Highlander | – (0) | $30,247 (22) | $27,935 (9) | 32 |
| Tesla Model Y | – (2) | $28,989 (23) | $24,377 (5) | 30 |
| Toyota Tacoma | $35,848 (6) | $31,150 (15) | $28,224 (6) | 29 |
| Ram 2500 | – (2) | $43,890 (7) | $36,394 (13) | 28 |
| Ford Explorer | – (3) | $22,744 (18) | $17,274 (6) | 27 |
| Ford Expedition | – (1) | $29,638 (16) | $23,882 (10) | 27 |
Records and an inspection tell you more than the odometer
Two cars with the same mileage can be in very different condition. Ask for the service records, check a vehicle history report and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you buy.
Dealers have to display a Buyers Guide on every used car they offer for sale. It shows whether the car is sold “as is” or with a warranty, and what share of repair costs the dealer pays under that warranty. The FTC also suggests asking for the out-the-door price in writing before you visit.
How we counted
On 14 November 2026 we read every used-vehicle listing published on Car Handshake and counted each VIN once. We kept cars, SUVs, pickups and minivans with a price and an odometer reading: 11,730 vehicles from 202 dealerships in 66 dealer groups across 29 states. Certified pre-owned cars are not part of these tables. The table covers model years 2012 to 2026, each with at least 110 listings.
These are the dealerships that list with us. Other markets and private sales will give different figures.
Ask for the records before you travel
Choose a car below and tap “Ask for records and history.” The form opens for that listing with a message you can edit. It asks for the service records, a vehicle history report, the out-the-door price and whether the car is sold as is or with a warranty.
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Publication notes
Published 14 Nov 2026. Odometer readings and prices read from 11,730 used car, SUV, pickup and minivan listings at 202 US dealerships on 14 Nov 2026. Listing examples update separately.
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