Trade-In Value Calculator
Get a ballpark estimate of your current vehicle's trade-in value based on its age, mileage, and condition.
Vehicle Details
Estimated Trade-In Value
$0
Before payoff of any existing loan
Equity After Payoff
$0
New Car Balance Due
$0
Positive equity reduces what you owe on your next vehicle. Negative equity gets rolled into
the new loan — check the GAP insurance calculator if so.
How Trade-In Value Is Estimated
Dealers and appraisal guides start from a depreciation curve based on age and typical mileage, then adjust for your vehicle's actual mileage and condition. This calculator applies the same logic: it depreciates your original purchase price by age, applies a mileage adjustment relative to the 15,000-mile/year average, and finally applies a condition multiplier.
Ways to Improve Your Trade-In Offer
- Get the vehicle detailed and handle minor cosmetic repairs before appraisal
- Bring maintenance records to show consistent upkeep
- Get quotes from multiple dealers, or check a private-party sale for comparison
- Time your trade before a major mileage or age threshold if possible
For a longer-range view of how your vehicle's value will decline, see the car depreciation calculator.
Disclaimer: This is a simplified estimate. Actual trade-in offers vary by
dealer, region, market demand, vehicle history, and inspection results.