Car Depreciation Calculator
See how your vehicle's value is projected to decline year by year, and how much of its value has already been lost.
Vehicle Details
Value After Projection Period
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Total value lost
Value After Year 1
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Value After Year 5
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Year-by-Year Depreciation Schedule
| Year | Value Lost | End-of-Year Value | % of Original Value |
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Why Cars Depreciate So Quickly
New vehicles typically lose 15–25% of their value in the first year alone, then continue depreciating 10–15% annually for the next several years as they age, accumulate mileage, and are replaced by newer model years.
Factors That Affect Depreciation Rate
- Brand and model reputation for reliability and resale value
- Mileage driven relative to the average of about 12,000–15,000 miles per year
- Overall condition and maintenance history
- Market demand, fuel type, and how quickly new model years are released
Curious what your car is worth today? Try the trade-in value calculator for a condition- and mileage-adjusted estimate.
Disclaimer: Depreciation rates vary significantly by make, model, and market
conditions. This tool uses simplified, adjustable assumptions for general planning purposes.