Analyst consensus rating

AutoNation Analyst Rating: Buy

AN is rated Buy by 13 analysts with a $246.69 target. As of 2026-08-28.

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AutoNation's consensus rating is Buy.

13 analysts are included in the current consensus when a coverage count is available.
The same consensus reports an average price target of $246.69.
Forecast evidence checked August 28, 2026.

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Verified data

Current price
$198.75
Average price target
$246.69
High price target
$300.00
Low price target
$210.00
Low target gap
+5.7%
Target upside
+24.1%
High target gap
+50.9%
Target range width
45.3%
Consensus rating
Buy
Analysts
13
Evidence date
August 28, 2026
Valid through
September 4, 2026

Read the frequently asked questions.

What is the analyst consensus rating for AutoNation?

AutoNation has a verified Buy consensus. The same dataset has an average price target of $246.69.

How far are AutoNation's low and high targets from the recorded price?

The low target implies +5.7%, while the high target implies +50.9%.

How many analysts are included in AutoNation's consensus?

The verified consensus includes 13 analysts.

How is AutoNation's target upside or downside calculated?

The average target of $246.69 is divided by the recorded price of $198.75, then one is subtracted to produce +24.1%. This does not guarantee a future return.

When was AutoNation's analyst forecast verified?

The data was verified on 2026-08-28. The dataset is valid through 2026-09-04.