2012 kelley blue book total cost of ownership award

Kbb hands out inaugural total cost of ownership awards to. Mazda and lexus crowned with kbb 5year cost to own awards. 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. 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. Kelley blue book s total cost of ownership awards, like all new and usedcar information provided on, were established to help car shoppers make. In a study evaluating the total costs of owning a carincluding initial price, as well as. 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 book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by applying. Subaru, acura reclaim brand, luxury brand wins for lowest projected 5year ownership costs. Kelley blue book recently announced its firstever total cost of ownership awards, which are given to brands and vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs. The allnew 2012 awards honour current modelyear vehicles and.

Kelley blue book announces inaugural total cost of. Kelley blue book reveals total cost of ownership award winners. Kelley blue book announces total cost of ownership. Youll find it on kbbs total cost of ownership awards page. As you might expect, the award goes to brands and vehicles with the lowest projected.

Kelley blue books total cost of ownership awards were established 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. 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. 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. Kelley blue book names kia the best car for total cost of. Kelley blue book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by applying a sophisticated valuation methodology along with critical financial data from thirdparty providers.

It is the second volvo this year that thirdparty experts predict will. In its analysis, kbb looked at seven key factors on 2012 modelyear. Kelley blue book says 2012 chevy volt is cheaper to own. Find out your cars value with kelley blue book youtube. 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. Volvo c30 wins 2012 kelley blue book s total cost of ownership award rockleigh, n. 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. Because the total cost of owning a vehicle involves not just buying it, but. Subaru named best brand in kelley blue book 2020 5year. The awards recognize vehicles in each segment that have the lowest projected costs over the first fiveyears of ownership.

Kelley blue book awards four fords 5year cost to own. 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. Kelley blue book says nissan leaf has lowest 5 year cost of ownership. 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. 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. 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. The 5year cost to own awards are based on kelley blue books. Kelley blue book says nissan leaf has lowest 5 year cost. Audi named best luxury brand for total cost of ownership.

Knowing the total cost of ownership for a new car is just as important as knowing. Another award for the jeep brand at the chicago auto show. Kelley blue book names 2020 5year cost to own award. Let kelley blue book help you understand a cars 5year cost to own beyond its purchase price when you consider outofpocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the cars loss in value over. The kelley blue book 5year cost to own award honors new vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs. The kbb lowest cost over 5 years award might strike you as odd, given that the 2018 leaf. Kbbs latest study examines the total cost of ownership for the initial five years, and its named kia as the most affordable. 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. Kelley blue book names 2020 5year cost to own award winners irvine, calif.

Kelley blue book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by. Ford expedition clinches 2012 total cost of ownership. 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. Kbb in the news kelley blue book announces 2012 total cost of ownership awards wcbs cbs dma.

Check car prices and values when buying and selling new or used vehicles. Volvo xc40 gets resale value award from 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. Audi, kia come out on top in new cost of ownership awards. Online auto shopping brand of the year in the 2012 and 20 harris poll equitrend study. Audi and kia least expensive brands to own, per kelley blue book. 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 award was presented to infiniti during the 2020 chicago auto show. 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. 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. Kelley blue book announces inaugural total cost of ownership. Transportation cost during the ownership period is important for families trying to get by on tight budgets, so a vital.

Kelley blue book s 5year cost to own awards, like all new and usedcar information provided by, exist to help shoppers make more. 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. Gas prices are back on the rise in america, and consumers are starting to take notice. 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. Lexus, mazda win kbb 5year cost to own awards autoblog. 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. The kelley blue book 5year cost to own awards honor vehicles and brands, both luxury and nonluxury, with the lowest projected ownership costs, based on kelley blue book s 5year cost to own data for new cars over the initial fiveyear ownership period. Kelley blue book announces inaugural total cost of ownership award winners. 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. In this section of the kelley blue book media center, you can search the press release archives by year, keywords, headlines, and date. Todays news march 1, 2012 kelley blue book hot car report analysis march 1, 2012. In 2012, we even started giving awards for the cars with the lowest ownership. Kelley blue book announces total cost of ownership awards. Current kelley blue book president and ceo paul johnson assumes strategic advisor role.

Earlier this week, kelley blue book, the leading provider of new and used vehicle information, announced its inaugural total cost of ownership award winners. Mazda receives multiple 2012 total cost of ownership. Kia has taken home the first ever kelley blue book award for total cost of ownership among consumer brands. Kelley blue book has taken a range of additional expenses into account and created its firstever cost of ownership awards. Among mainstream brands, the inaugural award went to kia, while audi took home top honors among upscale luxury brands. Kelley blue book reveals total cost of ownership award. Of the 21 individual car categories in kbbs awards, kia, the. The volvo c30 has been honored with the 2012 kelley blue book total cost of ownership award. Nissan leaf named kelley blue book 5year cost to own. Kelley blue book gives cost of ownership award to jeep. The award recognizes new vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs over a fiveyear period of operation.

These awards are based on kelley blue books 5year cost to own data. Kelley blue book awards toyota tacoma best ownership cost. 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. Kelley blue book has just announced its firstever total cost of ownership award winners, with victors declared in. Kelley blue book names kia the best car for total cost of ownership.