When it comes to the pickup truck landscape, the prices for these versatile vehicles have been climbing ever since the boom of the nineties and early 2000s, in which the pickup truck/SUV became the new face of the family automobile. There have been hundreds of different truck and sports utility vehicle models over the past few decades, and many of them either retain their value or lose their value depending on the market. Pickup trucks and SUVs are some of the highest profit margin vehicles for an automaker. The retail price can be much higher than a traditional sedan or crossover, and this spills over into the used car market as well.

Traditionally when it comes to buying such as expensive vehicle this is more of an investment than anything, and it can be important to remember that an expensive vehicle will retain its value. The most popular truck and SUV models such as the Ford F-150 and the Ford Explorer are going to retain their value the best, but there are other notable models as well that have also been rising in value long after they left the dealership lot.

There are also limited production truck and SUV models such as the Silverado SS and the Ford F-150 Lightning, which actually tend to sell for a far higher amount than their standard model peers. We are going to be taking a look at the twenty-five truck and SUV models which have been known to hold their value better than most cars in this category.

25 Ford F-150

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The Ford F-150 has been the most popular in America for the last twenty years, and there is a good reason for that. The truck offers a good level of refinement and stellar options which make the truck a stand-out choice among the crowded pickup truck market. The F-150 also has superior brand loyalty which has made it a popular choice from the business segment all the way to the consumer segment, which has grown exponentially in the last few decades as the pickup truck becomes more of an everyday vehicle.

24 Dodge Ram 1500

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The Dodge Ram 1500 has long been the staple of the Dodge lineup, with a notable semi-inspired grill and a number of features which give the truck a one of a kind feeling that connects many consumers to this truck in a fierce loyalty.

The Dodge Ram 1500 is available with a Cummins Diesel, as well as the standard Hemi 5.7L engine which is known for its notable performance and reliability. The Ram is also one of the best trucks in terms of resale value, and Dodge Rams tend to hold their value even if they have higher mileage.

23 Cadillac Escalade

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Back in 1999 GM surprised the world when they introduced the Cadillac Escalade, which was the first full-size SUV ever released with a Cadillac crest slapped on the front of it. The Cadillac Escalade was nothing more than a rebadged Chevrolet Tahoe, but it did introduce a level of luxury that had not been seen on a big GM SUV at the time. The Escalade was such a hot seller that it has remained popular to this day, and the Escalade continues to be the SUV of choice among celebrities and just about anyone who wants to make an impression.

22 Lincoln Navigator

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Released a year before the Cadillac Escalade, the Lincoln Navigator was also a first for the Lincoln brand as well. Although the Escalade gained popularity a lot faster than the Navigator did, it is still a well-received model as well. The original Lincoln Navigator featured a powerful Intech V8 engine, as well as second-row bucket seats which made the vehicle quite comfortable to ride in. The Navigator has held its value well and will continue to hold its value long after your initial purchase.

21 GMC Yukon

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Originally released in 1995 alongside the Chevrolet Tahoe as a new full-size SUV, the Yukon has remained a staple of the GMC lineup ever since then. The GMC Yukon has always delivered a more upscale driving experience than its Chevy twin, and for the most part, the Yukon manages to hold its value quite well.

When it comes to choosing a Yukon model you will generally retain a good amount of resale value on the large SUV, and this has made the Yukon a choice for many consumers for all of these years.

20 Chevrolet Tahoe

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Also released in 1995 alongside the GMC Yukon is the Chevrolet Tahoe, which has also been one of the best selling Chevrolet models of all time. The Tahoe is a perfect blend of functionality and power, which has made the SUV popular among families for the entire time that the SUV has been on the market. The Chevrolet Tahoe also came with special packages such as the Z71, which allows the truck to go just about anywhere. The Chevrolet Tahoe does have a very good resale value, and for the most part, the Chevrolet Tahoe will hold its resale value for some time.

19 Chevrolet Silverado

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In terms of a modern pickup truck, the Chevrolet Silverado has been among the most popular models on the market since it returned as its own brand in 1997, and the truck continues to be improved upon in terms of quality and refinement. The Silverado offers a whole new level of luxury, as well as an off-road capability on the Z71 model. The Silverado is known for keeping its resale value quite high, which is great for owners and potential buyers who purchase this truck as an investment piece.

18 GMC Sierra

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Similar to how the Chevrolet Tahoe and the GMC Jimmy are both different variations of the same truck, the same goes for the Sierra. The more luxurious version of the Silverado, the Sierra is known for its much smoother exterior which gives the truck a more upscale look when compared to the Silverado and this is what GM has gone for. The GMC Sierra traditionally has a higher resale price than the Silverado and that is because the GMC offers a lot of extra features on comparable models to the Silverado.

17  Ford F-250

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The larger heavy duty variation of the Ford pickup truck line has always been the F-250 which is a truck that is built to handle just about anything. Notable for its more refined exterior and huge interior seating proportions the F-250 is just about as unique of a truck as they come, not to mention the reliability of the Powerstroke diesel which is one of the most well-known motors in the diesel industry.

The F-250 continues to be a knockout pickup truck in many aspects, and the resale value of this truck is also one of the most stable which means that you will get your money back from your investment.

16 Ford SVT Raptor

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Introduced as the long-winded replacement for the legendary Ford F-150 Lightning, the SVT Raptor is a one of a kind truck that is known for going just about anywhere. The Ford SVT Raptor comes with a twin turbo motor and the older models came with a 6.0L V8 which was also a powerhouse combination with the lightweight design. No matter if you are going for a used Ford Raptor or a newer model, they hold their value very well, and there is a good market for these trucks both in terms of new and resale vehicles.

15 Toyota Tacoma

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By far one of the most popular Toyota models ever made, the Toyota Tacoma is a strong sales leader that has defined the compact pickup truck segment for quality and features. The Toyota Tacoma has one of the strongest resale values around, and this comes from being one of the most reliable trucks on the market for the last three decades. The Tacoma is also a capable off-road performer which has made the truck popular with consumers, this is also thanks to an easy to modify suspension which makes the truck go off-road pretty easily.

14 Toyota Tundra

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Being the first full-size Japanese pickup truck after the T-100, the Toyota Tundra has long been an effective alternative to the Silverado and other full-size domestic pickups. The Toyota Tundra offers a couple of unique features, which make this one of the more popular full-size trucks on the market; with the I-Force V8 and a large bed and cab, the Tundra is one of the largest full-size trucks on the market. This is also one of Toyota's most popular models, with a one of a kind look that no other truck can match.

13  Dodge Dakota

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The midsize truck category was actually created by one pickup, and that was the Dodge Dakota. Introduced as the first midsize truck, the Dodge Dakota has continually improved with each new model year and offered more features that make the truck unique. The Dakota was the first truck in its class to actually offer a V8 engine, and this was just one of the innovations which helped the Dakota to keep its resale value and make it one of the most popular used trucks on the retail pickup truck market.

12 Ford Ranger

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Long been the compact truck of choice for domestic consumers, the Ford Ranger is one of the most reliable pickup trucks on the market. What makes the Ford Ranger unique besides its one of a kind reliability is the massive availability of parts which are also quite affordable, and the Ford Ranger is also a capable little truck off-road which makes it a winner. The Ford Ranger also has one of the highest resale values of any compact truck on the market, and this is great for consumers who continue to enjoy the compact truck.

11 Toyota 4Runner

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The Toyota 4Runner has always been a solid purchase for someone who wants a solid off-road performer that is still a versatile SUV for a young family. The 4Runner had one of the most notable engines to be released in a Toyota SUV, which the 4Runner also shared with the Toyota pickup truck at the time. The Toyota 4Runner has been known to hold its value quite well and according to the Kelley Blue Book, the 4Runner is one of the most stable SUVs when it comes to price correction.

10 Toyota Highlander

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The Toyota Highlander was brought in to be a midsize SUV for the Toyota brand that slotted above the Toyota 4Runner and the RAV4, which made for a wonderful addition to the SUV family market. The Highlander is a perfect blend, with functionality and style and the SUVs have improved over the past few decades in a number of ways, from size to the more advanced engine characteristics.

The Toyota Highlander also managed to be a stellar selling for Toyota and there is a good deal of these SUV models still on the used market.

9 Toyota RAV4

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Introduced as one of the first mainstream compact SUV models during the nineties,  this was a one of a kind entry from Toyota. The Toyota RAV4 was based on the same car design which you’ll find as the base for the Toyota Camry as well, not to mention the one of a kind characteristics that make the RAV4 one of the most popular compact SUV models on the planet. The RAV4 is also the first small SUV in its class to have three rows of seats, which was a first for the small SUV category.

8 Honda CRV

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Honda also became a major player in the compact SUV category during the nineties when they released the one of a kind Honda CRV. This stellar model was known for quality as well as the legendary reliability that has made the Honda brand famous after all of these years, and the CRV remains a solid choice to this day.

According to the Kelly Blue Book, the CRV holds its value quite well, and this is an excellent thing for anyone who is looking to buy one of these models brand new.

7 Honda Pilot

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The Honda Pilot is an even larger Honda SUV that has been quite popular since its inception, spawning across quite a few different model generations. The Honda Pilot is also known to hold its value exceptionally well, even with higher mileage, models are still selling for around $4,000.00 on the used market.

The Honda Pilot is also one of the most reliable Honda models ever made, which means that you will be spending less time in the shop and more time on the road. The Honda Pilot is also quite large and seats seven, which makes this UTE great for a growing family.

6 Honda Element

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When the Honda Element was released it was something that was a little different than the status quo, and it appealed to a more outdoorsy type of crowd. The Honda Element has interesting features, such as rubber flooring and an optional bike rack which make the versatile SUV perfect for the person who loves to go outdoors. According to the KBB the Honda Element also holds its value exceptionally well, which means that you will be able to recoup some of the money that you spend on this SUV should you have to sell it.