New car depreciation calculator: what your new car will be worth.
Car depreciation is the loss in value your new car takes on over time.On average, a new car in India loses 15% of its value the day it leaves the showroom and 45 to 55% of its value by year 5. Enter your car's details on the left. The 10-year curve on the right shows what it will be worth each year.
Show year-by-year table
| Year | Value | Retained | Lost so far |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (new) | ₹6.50L | 100% | ₹0.00L |
| 2027 | ₹5.52L | 85% | ₹0.98L |
| 2028 | ₹4.81L | 74% | ₹1.69L |
| 2029 | ₹4.23L | 65% | ₹2.27L |
| 2030 | ₹3.70L | 57% | ₹2.80L |
| 2031 | ₹3.25L | 50% | ₹3.25L |
| 2032 | ₹2.86L | 44% | ₹3.64L |
| 2033 | ₹2.47L | 38% | ₹4.03L |
| 2034 | ₹2.15L | 33% | ₹4.36L |
| 2035 | ₹1.88L | 29% | ₹4.62L |
| 2036 | ₹1.63L | 25% | ₹4.88L |
Curve is calibrated to Indian resale patterns using segment-level retention benchmarks, adjusted for fuel type and city. Assumes average annual usage (~12,000 km/yr), average condition, and no accident history. For a model-specific forecast with variant-level detail, open the report from the top 50 list below.
Model-specific depreciation reports
The calculator above gives you a segment-level estimate. For the 50 best-selling new cars in India, we publish a full model report with variant-level pricing, city variance, retention curve, common issues, and FAQ.4 live today. The rest are in the pipeline.
Hatchback
Sedan
Compact SUV
Midsize SUV
Large SUV
MPV
Frequently asked
How is this different from a used car valuation?
The used car valuation gives you a price band for your specific car today, based on year, kms driven, variant, and city. This new car depreciation forecast projects what a brand new car will be worth every year for the next 10 years, so you can compare models before you buy.
Why does fuel type change the curve?
Diesel resale in metros has softened post BS6.2 and NCR CAQM restrictions. CNG remains steady because of fuel-cost economics. Strong hybrids hold up slightly better than pure petrol. EVs still carry a battery-life uncertainty penalty, which we expect to narrow as battery warranties become industry standard.
Why is city tier a factor?
Metros have tighter emission and age-based scrappage rules, plus more supply of used cars. Tier 2 cities and beyond have longer effective vehicle life and thinner supply, both of which support resale value in later years.
Where does the data come from?
Segment retention curves are calibrated to real Indian used-car transaction data from Cars24 (10M+ inspections). Read the full methodology.