Estimated value by year
New
$24,250
MSRP
1 yr
$20,128
-17%
2 yrs
$18,672
-23%
3 yrs
$17,218
-29%
5 yrs
$14,792
-39%
10 yrs
$9,942
-59%
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Full Depreciation Table — Honda Civic
Based on base MSRP of $24,250. Actual values vary by trim, mileage, condition, and region.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | 🤝 Trade-In | 🧑 Private Sale | 🏢 Dealer Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (New) | 0 yrs | -0% | $21,098 | $24,250 | $27,160 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | -17% | $17,511 | $20,128 | $22,543 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | -23% | $16,245 | $18,672 | $20,913 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | -29% | $14,979 | $17,218 | $19,284 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | -35% | $13,713 | $15,762 | $17,654 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | -39% | $12,869 | $14,792 | $16,568 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | -43% | $12,026 | $13,822 | $15,481 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | -47% | $11,182 | $12,852 | $14,395 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | -51% | $10,338 | $11,882 | $13,308 |
| 2017 | 9 yrs | -55% | $9,494 | $10,912 | $12,222 |
| 2016 | 10 yrs | -59% | $8,650 | $9,942 | $11,136 |
Cost per year
$1,504
avg annual loss
Sweet spot buy
2–3 yrs old
$17,218 saves $7,033
Value at 10 yrs
$9,942
59% of value gone
Key Specs — Honda Civic
Category
Sedan
Base MSRP
$24,250
5-Year Depreciation
31%
vs Category Avg
15% better than average
Expected Lifespan
150,000–200,000 miles
Best Used Buy Age
2–3 years old
Should you buy a used Honda Civic?
The sweet spot for buying a used Civic is 2 to 3 years old. At that age you can save approximately $7,033 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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