Estimated value by year
New
$26,000
MSRP
1 yr
$19,240
-26%
2 yrs
$17,420
-33%
3 yrs
$15,860
-39%
5 yrs
$13,000
-50%
10 yrs
$7,800
-70%
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Full Depreciation Table — Ford Fusion
Based on base MSRP of $26,000. Actual values vary by trim, mileage, condition, and region.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | 🤝 Trade-In | 🧑 Private Sale | 🏢 Dealer Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (New) | 0 yrs | -0% | $22,620 | $26,000 | $29,120 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | -26% | $16,739 | $19,240 | $21,549 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | -33% | $15,155 | $17,420 | $19,510 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | -39% | $13,798 | $15,860 | $17,763 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | -45% | $12,441 | $14,300 | $16,016 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | -50% | $11,310 | $13,000 | $14,560 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | -54% | $10,405 | $11,960 | $13,395 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | -58% | $9,500 | $10,920 | $12,230 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | -62% | $8,596 | $9,880 | $11,066 |
| 2017 | 9 yrs | -66% | $7,691 | $8,840 | $9,901 |
| 2016 | 10 yrs | -70% | $6,786 | $7,800 | $8,736 |
Cost per year
$2,600
avg annual loss
Sweet spot buy
2–3 yrs old
$15,860 saves $10,140
Value at 10 yrs
$7,800
70% of value gone
Key Specs — Ford Fusion
Category
Sedan
Base MSRP
$26,000
5-Year Depreciation
50%
vs Category Avg
4% worse than average
Expected Lifespan
150,000–200,000 miles
Best Used Buy Age
2–3 years old
Should you buy a used Ford Fusion?
The sweet spot for buying a used Fusion is 2 to 3 years old. At that age you can save approximately $10,140 off the new price while still getting a relatively modern vehicle. This model depreciates heavily, which makes the used market excellent value. A 3-year-old example can be significantly cheaper than new.
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