Calculated Risk: Wholesale Used Car Prices Increased Slightly in December; Up 0.4% Year-over-year

Thursday, January 08, 2026

Wholesale Used Car Prices Increased Slightly in December; Up 0.4% Year-over-year

by Calculated Risk on 1/08/2026 10:52:00 AM

From Manheim Consulting today: Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index: December 2025 Trends

The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) rose to 205.5, reflecting a 0.4% increase for wholesale used-vehicle prices (adjusted for mix, mileage, and seasonality) compared to December 2024. The December index is up 0.1% month over month.
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Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index

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This index from Manheim Consulting is based on all completed sales transactions at Manheim’s U.S. auctions.

The Manheim index suggests used car prices increased in December (seasonally adjusted) and were up 0.4% YoY.