Estimated value by year
New
$55,000
MSRP
1 yr
$45,650
-17%
2 yrs
$42,350
-23%
3 yrs
$39,050
-29%
5 yrs
$33,550
-39%
10 yrs
$22,550
-59%
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Full Depreciation Table — GMC Sierra 2500
Based on base MSRP of $55,000. Actual values vary by trim, mileage, condition, and region.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | 🤝 Trade-In | 🧑 Private Sale | 🏢 Dealer Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (New) | 0 yrs | -0% | $47,850 | $55,000 | $61,600 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | -17% | $39,716 | $45,650 | $51,128 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | -23% | $36,844 | $42,350 | $47,432 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | -29% | $33,974 | $39,050 | $43,736 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | -35% | $31,102 | $35,750 | $40,040 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | -39% | $29,188 | $33,550 | $37,576 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | -43% | $27,274 | $31,350 | $35,112 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | -47% | $25,360 | $29,150 | $32,648 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | -51% | $23,446 | $26,950 | $30,184 |
| 2017 | 9 yrs | -55% | $21,532 | $24,750 | $27,720 |
| 2016 | 10 yrs | -59% | $19,618 | $22,550 | $25,256 |
Cost per year
$3,740
avg annual loss
Sweet spot buy
2–3 yrs old
$39,050 saves $15,950
Value at 10 yrs
$22,550
59% of value gone
Key Specs — GMC Sierra 2500
Category
Truck
Base MSRP
$55,000
5-Year Depreciation
34%
vs Category Avg
4% better than average
Expected Lifespan
200,000+ miles
Best Used Buy Age
2–3 years old
Should you buy a used GMC Sierra 2500?
The sweet spot for buying a used Sierra 2500 is 2 to 3 years old. At that age you can save approximately $15,950 off the new price while still getting a relatively modern vehicle. This model holds its value exceptionally well — buying new is more justifiable than average.
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