Buying a used vehicle can be a great decision. If you choose a well-maintained vehicle from a brand with a strong reputation for building reliable cars or SUVs, you’re likely to get a car that will serve you well for years for a fraction of its original price. Nissan has that reputation, and the best way to make sure the used model you’re looking at is in good condition is by buying it from a respectable dealership such as our team at Allen Turner Nissan of Auburn.
Here are some of the most relevant arguments in favor of choosing a used Nissan as your next vehicle.
There’s no denying it — the top reason why buying a used vehicle can be a better idea than a new one is the price. While quality brands such as Nissan tend to maintain their value a little better, cars usually lose as much as 20% of their initial value in their first year on the road, with an additional 15% per year in the following few years. This means you can get a used vehicle that’s only a few years old at almost half its original price.
You’ll probably also be saving money later. Registering a used vehicle is less expensive than a new one, and since it’s valued at a lower price, your insurance premiums will also likely be lower. While the differences aren’t huge, they add up. Should you ever decide to sell your used Nissan, you’ll probably do it at a much smaller loss than the person or institution that bought it brand-new. Most of the depreciation already occurred before you owned it, so you won’t lose as much, assuming the vehicle is still in good condition.
If you have a set budget for your next vehicle purchase, the same amount of money gives you many more options in the used car market. Also, the price differences for the same model in different trims tend to be smaller for used vehicles, so you can get your favorite Nissan in a higher trim and with more desirable features for an excellent price.
While a new vehicle comes with all the latest bells and whistles, there’s no real way of knowing its reliability. You can analyze previous model years and the brand’s reputation, but since it’s new to the market, it hasn’t yet passed the test of time. That’s not the case for used models. A vehicle that’s been on the road for a few years has plenty of online reliability tests and reviews from automotive professionals and owners. You can analyze them and decide whether a specific model is reliable.
Nissan has a wide range of vehicles of all shapes and sizes for drivers to choose from, and you can find many of them in our dealership’s used vehicle inventory. These are some of the most popular models with used vehicle buyers.
SUVs are hugely popular. They’re ideal if you prioritize comfort and utility, and they come in various sizes to meet your particular needs. This is also reflected in Nissan’s SUV lineup. If you’re looking for a small, agile SUV to help you navigate crowded urban areas, the Nissan Rogue is just what you need. Its third generation spanned 2014 to 2020, and they’re tremendous vehicles to buy used.
If you need a little more cargo space and passenger room, the larger Nissan Murano will do the trick. It also has notable fuel economy, and most relatively recent models come with plenty of infotainment and active safety systems. The current generation debuted in 2015, so you can find one that’s a few years old and still be part of the latest Murano generation. Finally, if you need all the passenger and cargo space you can get, the Nissan Pathfinder will give it to you. It comes with three rows of seats and can even tow up to 6,000 pounds.
Sedans are ideal if you appreciate comfort but also want to have fun when driving your vehicle. Just like with the SUVs, Nissan’s lineup includes sedans in three different sizes. A larger sedan is more elegant and comfortable but loses some of its handling, so it’s up to you to decide if you prefer comfort or agility.
The Nissan Sentra is the smallest of the three and is a dream to handle, even in crowded areas. The Altima is the midsize sedan, with an ideal balance between comfort and maneuverability. The Nissan Maxima is the largest and will provide excellent comfort levels. Although it was discontinued in 2023, there are still plenty of quality used models available.
Modern pickup trucks aren’t only exceptionally capable, but they’re also comfortable and attractive. The Nissan Frontier is a versatile midsize pickup truck that offers enjoyable ride quality and decent acceleration while still being able to tow up to around 6,700 pounds. If you’re looking for something to handle larger loads, the full-size Nissan Titan is up to the job. It can tow over 9,000 pounds with the help of its standard V-8 engine.
Crossover SUVs combine the qualities of both sedans and SUVs. The Nissan Kicks is a perfect example, as it offers considerable interior space and comfort while being easy to park and maneuver. The Nissan Rogue Sport is slightly larger and offers more passenger and cargo room, but it’s still easy to drive both in the city and on the highway. The Rogue Sport was discontinued in 2022, but you can still find plenty of used models in excellent condition.
Getting a used Nissan can be a fantastic deal, as you’d be getting a quality vehicle at a fraction of its original price. If you’d like to see multiple Nissan models in person so you can decide which is best suited for you and your family, come visit us at Allen Turner Nissan of Auburn. Contact us today to schedule a test-drive.
