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Upfront Savings
$13,000
37% less
New: 5-Year Depreciation
$19,250
Worth $15,750 in year 5
Used: 5-Year Depreciation
$9,680
Worth $12,320 in year 5
Depreciation Timeline
| Year | New Value | Used Value |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase | $35,000 | $22,000 |
| Year 1 | $28,000 | $19,360 |
| Year 3 | $21,000 | $15,840 |
| Year 5 | $15,750 | $12,320 |
Warranty Comparison
New Car
3-5 years / 60-100K km
Used Car
Remaining OEM or aftermarket
Used looks like the better deal
You save $13,000 upfront and $9,570 in depreciation over 5 years. That’s $22,570 in total savings.