Resale Value Depreciation Calculator
Project a car's resale value years from now.
Enter your values
Enter the current value in $.
Enter the annual depreciation rate in %.
Enter the years from now in years.
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed. Your values are remembered on this device, and the shareable link reopens the calculator with exactly these numbers.
- Projected resale value
- $12423.75
- Total value lost
- $15576.25
- Percent of value retained
- 44.4%
- Current value
- $28000
Quick answer
Future resale value is the current value reduced by the annual depreciation rate, compounded each year.
value = current value x (1 - rate)^years
At a glance
| What it does | Project a car's resale value years from now. |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive |
| Inputs needed | Current value, Annual depreciation rate, Years from now |
| Main output | Projected resale value |
| Formula | value = current value x (1 - rate)^years |
| Cost | Free — no sign-up, no download |
How to use the Resale Value Depreciation Calculator
- 1Enter the vehicle's current market value.
- 2Enter an average annual depreciation rate — often 15-20% for typical cars.
- 3Enter how many years ahead you want to project.
Inputs explained
- Current value($)
- Enter the current value in $.
- Annual depreciation rate(%)
- Enter the annual depreciation rate in %.
- Years from now(years)
- Enter the years from now in years.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Current value28000 $
- Annual depreciation rate15 %
- Years from now5 years
Results
- Projected resale value$12423.75
- Total value lost$15576.25
- Percent of value retained44.4%
- Current value$28000
Frequently asked questions
Does depreciation rate stay constant?
No — it's usually steepest in the first 1-3 years and slows down later, so this gives an approximation.
Where do I find my car's depreciation rate?
Compare current listings for the same model at different ages, or use industry average guides.
What do I need to enter into the Resale Value Depreciation Calculator?
Just 3 values: current value, annual depreciation rate, years from now. Every field starts with a realistic example, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result update instantly.
How does the Resale Value Depreciation Calculator work out the answer?
Future resale value is the current value reduced by the annual depreciation rate, compounded each year. It applies the formula value = current value x (1 - rate)^years and shows the working so you can check each step by hand.
Is the Resale Value Depreciation Calculator free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up, no download and no usage limit. Everything is calculated in your browser, so the numbers you type never leave your device.
Results are estimates for general information. For medical, legal, structural or financial decisions, confirm with a qualified professional.