Estimated value by year
New
$65,000
MSRP
1 yr
$58,500
-10%
2 yrs
$55,250
-15%
3 yrs
$52,000
-20%
5 yrs
$46,800
-28%
10 yrs
$33,800
-48%
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Full Depreciation Table — Porsche 718 Cayman
Based on base MSRP of $65,000. Actual values vary by trim, mileage, condition, and region.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | 🤝 Trade-In | 🧑 Private Sale | 🏢 Dealer Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (New) | 0 yrs | -0% | $56,550 | $65,000 | $72,800 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | -10% | $50,895 | $58,500 | $65,520 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | -15% | $48,068 | $55,250 | $61,880 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | -20% | $45,240 | $52,000 | $58,240 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | -24% | $42,978 | $49,400 | $55,328 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | -28% | $40,716 | $46,800 | $52,416 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | -32% | $38,454 | $44,200 | $49,504 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | -36% | $36,192 | $41,600 | $46,592 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | -40% | $33,930 | $39,000 | $43,680 |
| 2017 | 9 yrs | -44% | $31,668 | $36,400 | $40,768 |
| 2016 | 10 yrs | -48% | $29,406 | $33,800 | $37,856 |
Cost per year
$2,600
avg annual loss
Sweet spot buy
2–3 yrs old
$52,000 saves $13,000
Value at 10 yrs
$33,800
48% of value gone
Key Specs — Porsche 718 Cayman
Category
Sports Car
Base MSRP
$65,000
5-Year Depreciation
20%
vs Category Avg
14% better than average
Expected Lifespan
100,000–150,000 miles
Best Used Buy Age
2–3 years old
Should you buy a used Porsche 718 Cayman?
The sweet spot for buying a used 718 Cayman is 2 to 3 years old. At that age you can save approximately $13,000 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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