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Used Chevrolet HHR: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Chevrolet HHR from 2010 to 2011: what each year typically sells for (about $5,000 to $5,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010–2011.
2010–2011 Chevrolet HHR
A retro-styled compact wagon with a roomy, flexible cargo area and a fast SS version.
Years to target: 2010–2011. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $5,000 | Target | Not rated | ~145,000 |
| 2011 | $5,500 | Target | Not rated | ~140,000 |
Worth knowing
- It is old and plain inside, and it was part of the big GM ignition switch recall, so confirm the fix.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for an LT: it adds alloys and more convenience features over the LS, and the 2.4-liter engine is stronger than the 2.2. SS models add a 260-hp turbo.
On the test drive
Confirm the ignition switch recall was completed and the key does not turn off while driving. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Honda Insight 2011–2012 · $5,000–$5,500
- Honda Fit 2010 · $5,500
- Scion xD 2010 · $5,500
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.