Resale Value Depreciation Calculator
Project a car's resale value years from now.
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Results
- 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
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.
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.
About this calculator
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