Reference Tool
Car Curb Weight by Make & Model
Select your vehicle to see its weight in kg and base scrap metal value.
Your buying rate$/ kg
Select a make and model to see the weight and scrap value.
How This Is Calculated
Steel weight only — before condition, age, and cat converter.
Weight (kg) × $/kg = Base value
Default: $0.20/kg (yard rate)
Default: $0.20/kg (yard rate)
Actual yard scale weight is 50–120 kg less than curb weight after fluid drain.
Average Value by Type
Compact1,105–1,440 kg~$259
Sedan1,450–1,925 kg~$323
Small SUV1,300–1,940 kg~$327
Mid-Size SUV1,800–2,365 kg~$409
Full-Size SUV2,450–2,765 kg~$524
½-Ton Truck1,870–2,415 kg~$412
Heavy Truck2,720–2,950 kg~$557
Van1,520–2,100 kg~$392
Luxury1,620–2,025 kg~$358
Full Estimate
The full calculator adds catalytic converter value, condition, mileage, title status, and your province's current steel rate.
Run Full Calculator →Curb weight from manufacturer specifications. Actual scale weight is 50–120 kg lighter after fluid drainage. Current Canadian scrap metal prices →