2012 kelley blue book total cost of ownership award

Kelley blue book announces inaugural total cost of ownership award winners. Kelley blue book says nissan leaf has lowest 5 year cost of ownership. Volvo c30 wins 2012 kelley blue book s total cost of ownership award rockleigh, n. The allnew 2012 awards honor current modelyear vehicles and brands in both the luxury and nonluxury categories with the lowest projected ownership costs, based on kelley blue book total cost of ownership data for the initial fiveyear ownership period. February 6, 2020 nashville, tennessee kelley blue book has recognized the nissan leaf as the best electric car in its 5year cost to own awards for the third consecutive year. It is the second volvo this year that thirdparty experts predict will. Kelley blue book awards toyota tacoma best ownership cost. Kelley blue book announces total cost of ownership. Transportation cost during the ownership period is important for families trying to get by on tight budgets, so a vital. Kbb hands out inaugural total cost of ownership awards to. Kelley blue book s total cost of ownership awards, like all new and usedcar information provided on, were established to help shoppers make more informed carbuying decisions by breaking down typical ownership costs and naming the models with the lowest projected fiveyear total.

We are honored to receive the esteemed 2020 kelley blue book 5year cost to own award and grateful to receive the award in both overall brand and best compact suv categories, said thomas j. In a study evaluating the total costs of owning a carincluding initial price, as well as. Rockleigh, nj january 22, 2020 the 2020 volvo xc40 is predicted to hold its value better than most cars, according to experts at kelley blue book, a point financiallysavvy newcar buyers are sure to take note of the xc40 won this years kelley blue book resale value award in the luxury subcompact suv category. Kelley blue book s total cost of ownership awards, like all new and usedcar information provided on, were established to help shoppers make more informed carbuying decisions by breaking. Audi named best luxury brand for total cost of ownership. In its analysis, kbb looked at seven key factors on 2012 modelyear. We are honored to have been awarded the 2020 kelley blue book 5year cost to own award for the qx80, said jeff pope, group vice president of infiniti americas. Kelley blue books total cost of ownership awards were established to. Kelley blue book announces inaugural total cost of ownership. Presented in conjunction with the chicago auto show, the kelley blue book 5year cost to own awards honored individual winners in 21 different market segments as well as two overall brand awards. Kelley blue book, the leading provider of new and used vehicle valuation and information, created the 5year cost to own awards to help shoppers make more informed newcar buying decisions by breaking down typical ownership cost details and naming the brands and models with the lowest projected fiveyear total.

Kelley blue book says nissan leaf has lowest 5 year cost. Kelley blue book names 2020 5year cost to own award. Below is a quick look at the all the costs that go into owning a vehicle and a selection of winners from the 2012 5year cost to own awards or maybe youd like to check out the most recent 5. Knowing the total cost of ownership for a new car is just as important as knowing. Subaru named best brand in kelley blue book 2020 5year. Kelley blue book s total cost of ownership awards, like all new and usedcar information provided on, were established to help car shoppers make. Kelley blue book reveals total cost of ownership award. Mazda and lexus crowned with kbb 5year cost to own awards. In 2012, we even started giving awards for the cars with the lowest ownership. Kelley blue book says 2012 chevy volt is cheaper to own.

The award recognizes new vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs over a fiveyear period of operation. Kelley blue book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by applying a sophisticated valuation methodology along with critical financial data from thirdparty providers. The kbb lowest cost over 5 years award might strike you as odd, given that the 2018 leaf. Kelley blue book awards four fords 5year cost to own. The allnew 2012 award honours current modelyear vehicles and brands in both the luxury and nonluxury categories with the lowest projected ownership costs, based on kelley blue book total cost.

Kelley blue book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by applying. Kelley blue book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by. The kelley blue book 5year cost to own award honors new vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs. The 2012 ford expedition has been named winner of the inaugural 2012 kelley blue book total cost of ownership award in the fullsize sport utility vehicle category announced at the chicago auto. Subaru, acura reclaim brand, luxury brand wins for lowest projected 5year ownership costs. As you might expect, the award goes to brands and vehicles with the lowest projected. In a study evaluating the total costs of owning a carincluding initial price, as well as likely fuel expenditures and expected maintenance and depreciationkia has been crowned as the overall lowestprojected cost champ. Kelley blue book announces inaugural total cost of. The versa garnered total cost supremacy honors in the subcompact car. Find out which modelyear vehicles were recognized as cost to own champions for best car brand, best luxury car brand, and which 2019 new cars. Audi, kia come out on top in new cost of ownership awards. Kelley blue book announces total cost of ownership awards.

Todays news march 1, 2012 kelley blue book hot car report analysis march 1, 2012. Check car prices and values when buying and selling new or used vehicles. Earlier this week, kelley blue book, the leading provider of new and used vehicle information, announced its inaugural total cost of ownership award winners. Kelley blue book names kia the best car for total cost of. Kelley blue book names 2020 5year cost to own award winners irvine, calif.

Because the total cost of owning a vehicle involves not just buying it, but. Mmna today announced the 2020 mitsubishi outlander has been honored with the 2020 kelley blue book 5year cost to own award in the threerow midsize suv category. Audi and kia least expensive brands to own, per kelley blue book. While many shoppers think negotiating a good deal up front is the best way to save money when buying a new vehicle.

The allnew 2012 awards honour current modelyear vehicles and. Kelley blue book s 5year cost to own awards, like all new and usedcar information provided by, exist to help shoppers make more. Online auto shopping brand of the year in the 2012 and 20 harris poll equitrend study. Another award for the jeep brand at the chicago auto show. Find out your cars value with kelley blue book youtube. Ford expedition clinches 2012 total cost of ownership. The 5year cost to own awards are based on kelley blue books. Gas prices are back on the rise in america, and consumers are starting to take notice. In this section of the kelley blue book media center, you can search the press release archives by year, keywords, headlines, and date.

The award was presented to infiniti during the 2020 chicago auto show. Kia has taken home the first ever kelley blue book award for total cost of ownership among consumer brands. The 5year cost to own is the total amount of vehiclerelated costs you will likely have to cover during the first 5 years of owning a car. Kelley blue book reveals total cost of ownership award winners.

The latest list features new vehicles that are familyapproved in a big way, offering safety, comfort, childfriendliness, strong consumer ratings and impressive kelley blue book total cost of ownership statistics. Volvo xc40 gets resale value award from kelley blue book. Lexus, mazda win kbb 5year cost to own awards autoblog. Kelley blue book has recognized the nissan leaf as the best electric car in its 5year cost to own awards for the third consecutive year. Nissan leaf named kelley blue book 5year cost to own. Kelley blue book can make buyers blue and the dealer green with your cash top 2012 models, brands honored for lowest projected costs during initial five. Kelley blue book gives cost of ownership award to jeep. Kelley blue book has taken a range of additional expenses into account and created its firstever cost of ownership awards. Available on kelley blue book s, total cost of ownership information reveals depreciation, expected fuel costs, finance and insurance fees, maintenance and repair costs, and state fees. The c30 claimed the top spot in the entrylevel luxury car segment, a testament to its appeal to the young and young at heart with its remarkable value. Youll find it on kbbs total cost of ownership awards page.

The volvo c30 has been honored with the 2012 kelley blue book total cost of ownership award. These awards are based on kelley blue books 5year cost to own data. Kelley blue book has just announced its firstever total cost of ownership award winners, with victors declared in. Mazda receives multiple 2012 total cost of ownership. The allnew 2012 awards honour current modelyear vehicles and brands in both the luxury and nonluxury categories with the lowest projected ownership costs, based on kelley blue book.