Audi A6 depreciation: when to buy & cost to own
Estimates as of June 2026.
The Audi A6 (Luxury, ~$60,000 new) loses about 55% of its value in five years — it depreciates faster than the 41.8% market average. Buying at 3 years old and holding five costs about $2,991/yr in depreciation versus $6,600/yr buying new — you keep 54.7% more of your money.
Value by age
| Age | Est. value | Total lost |
|---|---|---|
| New | $60,000 | 0% |
| 1 yr | $44,324 | 26.1% |
| 2 yr | $38,399 | 36% |
| 3 yr | $33,944 | 43.4% |
| 5 yr | $27,000 | 55% |
| 7 yr | $21,443 | 64.3% |
| 10 yr | $14,528 | 75.8% |
What will it cost you to own?
Buy price (est.)
$33,944
Resale (est.)
$18,987
Total depreciation
$14,957
Cost per year
$2,991
vs. buying new
$6,600/yr
Depreciation only — older cars cost more to maintain, so the practical sweet spot is ~3–5 years old. Figures are modeled estimates that vary by trim, condition, and market. How we estimate this →