The Cars That Lose the Most and Least Value Over 5 Years

TLDRIn the past 5 years, certain luxury vehicles have experienced significant depreciation, with some losing over 60% of their value. On the other hand, vehicles like Toyota Corolla and Subaru Crosstrek have held their value well, losing only around 25%. The top spot for the vehicle that holds its value the best goes to the Porsche 911, losing only 17.6%. Understanding depreciation is crucial when making a car-buying decision.

Key insights

💸Luxury vehicles such as the Audi A7 and Maserati Levante have experienced significant value depreciation, losing over 57% of their value in 5 years.

📉Import vehicles, particularly Italian and German brands, tend to depreciate more quickly due to their higher starting prices.

🚘The Toyota Corolla and Subaru Crosstrek have held their value well, losing only around 25% over 5 years.

🏆The Porsche 911 has proven to be a great investment, with only 17.6% depreciation over 5 years.

Depreciation rates vary by powertrain and body style, with hybrids depreciating slightly less than average and EVs depreciating the most.

Q&A

Which luxury vehicle has experienced the highest depreciation?

The Maserati Quattroporte has lost the most value among luxury vehicles, losing 64.5% of its value in 5 years.

Which non-luxury vehicles hold their value the best?

The Toyota Corolla and Subaru Crosstrek have held their value well, losing only around 25% over 5 years.

Which vehicle holds its value the best?

The Porsche 911 has the lowest depreciation rate, losing only 17.6% of its value in 5 years.

Do imported vehicles depreciate more quickly than domestic vehicles?

Yes, imported vehicles, especially Italian and German brands, tend to depreciate more quickly due to their higher starting prices.

Which vehicle powertrain depreciates the least?

Hybrids depreciate slightly less than average, while EVs experience the highest depreciation.

Timestamped Summary

00:12Luxury vehicles have experienced significant depreciation, some losing over 60% of their value.

02:19Imported vehicles, particularly Italian and German brands, depreciate more quickly due to their higher starting prices.

03:38The Toyota Corolla and Subaru Crosstrek hold their value well, losing only around 25% over 5 years.

04:11The Porsche 911 has the lowest depreciation rate, losing only 17.6% of its value in 5 years.

08:45Hybrids depreciate slightly less than average, while EVs experience the highest depreciation.