Best-selling Used Luxury Compact SUVs
Check out CarMax's best-selling used luxury compact SUVs.
We've compiled the 10 most popular used luxury compact SUVs with CarMax customers, covering a broad range of styles and prices. Learn more about how we ranked our list.


1. BMW X3
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Pros
Fun to drive
Thrifty mild hybrid powertrain
Advanced infotainment systems
Cons
Fussy touch screen controls
Average reliability according to RepairPal® ratings
Above-average maintenance costs

2. Mercedes-Benz GLC300
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3. Audi Q5
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Pros
Choice of powertrains, including a hybrid option
Comfortable and upmarket interior
Many desirable features included as standard
Cons
Transmission is sometimes sluggish
Touchscreen placement is awkward and hard to access
Bland styling might not stand out enough

4. Acura RDX
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Pros
Spacious and premium-feeling cabin
Dynamic and stable handling
Good cargo space
Cons
Only one choice of powertrain
Engine is a little thirsty
Touchpad controller is unintuitive and frustrating to use

5. Lexus NX 300h
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Pros
Great hybrid powertrain
Spacious cabin
Peaceful, even at highway speeds
Cons
Infotainment touchpad is far from effortless
Limited cargo cubes

6. Volvo XC60
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7. Cadillac XT5
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8. Infiniti QX50
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Pros
Lots of space
Comfortable
Quiet ride
Cons
Outdated tech
Lack of responsiveness
Inconsistent power

9. Lincoln Nautilus
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Pros
Modern, elegant design throughout
Upscale ride feel and comfortable seating
Impressive list of standard and available technology
Cons
Base engine performance lacks excitement
The Excite drive mode roughens the ride
Some tech features feel like gimmicks

10. Jaguar F-Pace
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Pros
Impressive cargo space for its class
Sporty handling
Powerful drivetrains
Cons
Highway noise can be obtrusive
Complex controls
Decreased ride comfort on sportier S and SVR trims
Ready to find your next luxury compact SUV?
How we ranked this list
To create our "Best Of" lists, our analysts looked at CarMax vehicle and sales data over a recent 6-month period, from December 2025 through May 2026. Looking back over a 6-month period allows for the highest sample size possible while also providing up-to-date pricing information. Some articles may include data points with lower sample sizes.
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