Bestselling cars in America's wealthiest zip codes

By Shadee Malekafzali | TrueCar – Sun, Apr 8, 2012 2:02 AM EDT
The Prius is a popular choice even amongst the most affluent.The Prius is a popular choice even amongst the most affluent.If you think Jaguars, Bentleys and Maseratis dominate the roads of America’s richest cities, think again. In a new study by TrueCar that examined the car buying preferences of residents in the 10 wealthiest zip codes in the United States, luxury cars may expectedly fit the lifestyles of these rich and famous, but there are plenty of surprises. Read more to find out which two of these affluent cities purchased the Toyota Prius more than any other vehicle.

#10: Ross, California - 94957

Average Income: $497,000
Notable Residents: Julia Child, Huey Lewis

Just 15 miles across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco into environmentally conscious Marin County sits the small town of Ross. Named after James Ross, who purchased the land in 1857 for $50,000, it’s not uncommon for today’s residents to spend $50,000 on a new car. But if Ross residents aren’t buying a luxury car, they’re apparently buying the Toyota Prius.

Rank

Ross, CA

Segments

MSRP

1

Toyota Prius

Small Car

$30,565

2

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Luxury Car

$51,365

3

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class

Luxury SUV

$63,445

4

BMW 335

Luxury Car

$43,295

5

BMW X5

Luxury SUV

$58,595



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