Ownership
Car Depreciation Calculator
Model a vehicle’s future resale value using an adjustable annual depreciation rate.
Reviewed September 8, 2026
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Your estimate
Estimated resale value$15,529.69
Value lost$19,470.31
Total depreciation55.6%
Average loss per year$3,894.06
Estimate only — actual figures may vary.
Quick answer
Estimate how much value a car may lose
This calculator compounds an annual depreciation rate over your ownership period to estimate future resale value and value lost.
The method
Understanding depreciation
Future resale value is estimated by compounding the chosen annual percentage loss over the ownership period.
Real depreciation is rarely identical each year.
Mileage, condition and local demand matter.
Use several rates to create a value range.
Depreciation questions
Is car depreciation the same every year?
No. The calculator uses a simple annual rate for planning, but real depreciation varies with age, mileage, condition and demand.
What rate should I use?
Use a few scenarios, such as low, typical and high depreciation, to create a sensible resale-value range.