How long do used cars take to sell in Chicago, IL?
Used cars in Chicago took a median 14.2 days to sell (n=1,177 timed sales, October 2026). The 2,362 cars listed there now have a $6,999 median asking price.
Days to sell by model in Chicago
The models with the most timed sales in Chicago. Each row shows its own sample: a model with too few timed sales is not listed.
| Model | Days to sell (median) | Timed sales (n) | Median asking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox | 8.9 days | n=79 | $6,000 (n=162) |
| Nissan Rogue | 14.2 days | n=59 | $5,500 (n=84) |
| Chevrolet Cruze | 14.2 days | n=58 | $4,400 (n=63) |
| Honda Civic | 14.6 days | n=56 | $8,650 (n=110) |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 14.2 days | n=44 | $5,900 (n=75) |
| Honda Accord | 15.7 days | n=44 | $8,500 (n=73) |
| Nissan Altima | 11.5 days | n=32 | $5,800 (n=57) |
| Toyota Corolla | 8.6 days | n=32 | $7,950 (n=37) |
| Honda CR-V | 7 days | n=27 | $7,900 (n=87) |
| Hyundai Sonata | 14.2 days | n=26 | $4,600 (n=12) |
Put the number to work
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