When to use it
Use it when comparing used cars, deciding whether to trade in, or estimating total ownership cost before a vehicle purchase.
Free auto value estimator
Free Car Depreciation Calculator
A car depreciation calculator estimates how much value a vehicle may lose over time based on age, mileage, condition, and expected ownership period.
Depreciation model
age curve + mileage + condition
Use it before buying, selling, trading in, or planning the next family carpool vehicle.
Estimate vehicle value loss
Enter purchase price, age, mileage, ownership horizon, condition, and expected miles per year.
What it includes
The estimate includes purchase price, age, mileage, expected future miles, condition, curve speed, monthly depreciation, and retained value percentage.
Put the vehicle to work
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Start a carpoolCar Depreciation FAQ
What is a car depreciation calculator?
A car depreciation calculator estimates how much value a vehicle may lose over time based on age, mileage, condition, and expected ownership period.
How much does a car depreciate in five years?
Many vehicles lose about 40% to 55% of their original value in five years, but mileage, condition, brand, and demand can move the estimate higher or lower.
Does mileage affect car depreciation?
Yes. Higher mileage usually lowers resale value because it signals more wear, while lower-than-average mileage can help a vehicle retain value.
What is the biggest depreciation year for a car?
The first year is often the biggest depreciation year because a new car becomes used immediately and absorbs the steepest early value drop.