The 10 best used cars to buy in June 2026, according to Consumer Reports

A used car can hide repair costs that dwarf its sticker price. Consumer Reports rated models on reliability and road tests to find the best for June

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Buying a used car means weighing price against the risk of inheriting someone else's problems. Dependable options exist across nearly every category, but reliability varies sharply by make, model, and year. The difference between a smart buy and a costly mistake often comes down to which specific model years held up in long-term testing.

Consumer Reports draws on its own road test results and long-term member reliability surveys to evaluate used cars across categories from sedans to trucks. The 10 picks below represent the best available options for June 2026.

Used examples of the 2016 Mazda6 are priced from $7,650 to $10,075, making it one of the most affordable picks on this list. The four-cylinder powertrain is smooth, and Consumer Reports recorded fuel economy of 32 mpg overall in road tests. CR found the interior to be nicely finished with comfortable seats, though back-row passengers get less space than in most rivals. Safety options include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross traffic alert.

Prices for a 2020 Honda $HMC Fit range from $10,750 to $15,425 on the used market. Consumer Reports praises this generation of the Fit for being quicker, safer, and more fuel-efficient........

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