Honda Civic depreciation: when to buy & cost to own
Estimates as of June 2026.
The Honda Civic (Car, ~$25,000 new) loses about 34% of its value in five years — it holds value better than the 41.8% market average. Buying at 3 years old and holding five costs about $894/yr in depreciation versus $1,700/yr buying new — you keep 47.4% more of your money.
Value by age
| Age | Est. value | Total lost |
|---|---|---|
| New | $25,000 | 0% |
| 1 yr | $21,413 | 14.3% |
| 2 yr | $19,799 | 20.8% |
| 3 yr | $18,536 | 25.9% |
| 5 yr | $16,500 | 34% |
| 7 yr | $14,820 | 40.7% |
| 10 yr | $12,675 | 49.3% |
What will it cost you to own?
Buy price (est.)
$18,536
Resale (est.)
$14,065
Total depreciation
$4,471
Cost per year
$894
vs. buying new
$1,700/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 →