Automotive Calculators
Car Depreciation Calculator
Enter a purchase price, ownership period, and annual depreciation rate to project a car's value year by year.
$15,530
Estimated value after 5 years
| Year | Estimated value |
|---|---|
| 0 | $35,000 |
| 1 | $29,750 |
| 2 | $25,288 |
| 3 | $21,494 |
| 4 | $18,270 |
| 5 | $15,530 |
Uses a simple constant-rate depreciation model — real-world depreciation varies by make, model, mileage, and condition.
How to use this tool
- 1Enter the purchase price.
- 2Enter years owned and annual depreciation rate.
- 3See the year-by-year value schedule.
Frequently asked questions
What's a typical depreciation rate?+
New cars often lose 15-20% of value per year on average, though it varies significantly by make, model, and mileage.