Car Depreciation Calculator
Project your vehicle's value year by year.
Enter your values
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed.
Results
- Value after 5 years
- $15,529.69
- Total depreciation
- $19,470.31
- Average loss per year
- $3,894.06
| Year | Value | Lost so far |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,750.00 | $5,250.00 |
| 2 | $25,287.50 | $9,712.50 |
| 3 | $21,494.37 | $13,505.63 |
| 4 | $18,270.22 | $16,729.78 |
| 5 | $15,529.69 | $19,470.31 |
Quick answer
Cars typically lose 15–20% of their value per year, so value after t years ≈ price × (1 − rate)^t.
V = P × (1 − d)^t
How to use the Car Depreciation Calculator
- 1Enter what you paid for the vehicle.
- 2Choose an annual depreciation rate.
- 3Read the projected value and yearly table.
Frequently asked questions
How fast do new cars depreciate?
A new car often loses around 20% in year one and roughly 15% of the remaining value each year after that.
Which cars hold value best?
Trucks, hybrids and popular SUVs with strong reliability records typically depreciate slowest.