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


1. Ford Explorer
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Pros
Wide range of engine choices
Maximum tow rating of 5,600 pounds
Cargo space
Cons
Key rivals have roomier third-row seats
Higher trims are very pricey
Some humdrum cabin trim

2. Honda Pilot
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3. Chevrolet Traverse
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Pros
Intuitive infotainment technology
Impressive acceleration
Spacious seating across all three rows
Cons
Some panel finishing feels subpar
Rear row design impairs visibility

4. Chevrolet Tahoe
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Pros
Choice of three power-packed engines
Vast cabin with plenty of passenger and cargo space
Available all-wheel drive for added versatility
Cons
First and second-row seats could do with more padding
Awkward and unintuitive control & button layout inside
Down-market feel to parts of the interior

5. Ford Expedition
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6. Buick Enclave
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Pros
Large, curved screen for smartphone connectivity
Comfortable seating for adults in second and third rows
Standard Bose® sound system
Incredibly comfortable ride
Cons
Large size can limit driver engagement
No V6 engine offered
Not all driver aids are standard

7. Chevrolet Suburban 1500
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Pros
Spacious with generous legroom throughout
Comfortable, quiet ride
Decent number of driver aids
Cons
Cumbersome handling
Some hard-to-use controls
Large size is imposing on the road

8. Nissan Armada
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Pros
Strong V8 engine
Many standard features
Upscale interior
Cons
Small third row
Dated infotainment system
High clearance could make loading difficult

9. GMC Yukon
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Pros
Plenty of standard driver-assistance features
Powerful V8 engine
Impressively quiet cabin
Cons
Truck-like handling
Lots of blind spots
Big, blocky design

10. Cadillac Escalade
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Pros
Luxurious inside and out
Powerful V8 engine
Advanced tech features as standard
Cons
Second-row seats are clunky to adjust
Not the most comfortable ride
Ready to find your next 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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