Subaru Outback Depreciation Calculator
Calculate the Subaru Outback depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.
The Subaru Outback is a rugged all-wheel-drive wagon-crossover with a loyal following in snowbelt and outdoor-lifestyle markets. Its standard AWD, strong reliability reputation, and Subaru brand loyalty translate into above-average resale and slower depreciation than most midsize crossovers, with typical 5-year retained value around 58–62% of MSRP.
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Year-by-year depreciation
Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $36,325
| Age | Value | % Retained | Annual depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| New | $36,325 | 100% | — |
| Year 1 | $30,513 | 84% | -$5,812 (16%) |
| Year 2 | $27,244 | 75% | -$3,269 (10.7%) |
| Year 3 | $24,701 | 68% | -$2,543 (9.3%) |
| Year 4 | $22,885 | 63% | -$1,816 (7.4%) |
| Year 5 | $21,069 | 58% | -$1,816 (7.9%) |
| Year 6 | $19,252 | 53% | -$1,817 (8.6%) |
| Year 7 | $17,436 | 48% | -$1,816 (9.4%) |
| Year 8 | $15,620 | 43% | -$1,816 (10.4%) |
| Year 9 | $14,167 | 39% | -$1,453 (9.3%) |
| Year 10 | $12,714 | 35% | -$1,453 (10.3%) |
Subaru Outback depreciation by country
The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Subaru Outback depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.
Baseline market and the Outback's strongest territory. Demand is especially high in the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, and Mountain states, where standard AWD supports excellent resale.
Outback depreciation is slower than the US average thanks to year-round AWD demand across the country. Wilderness and XT trims command particularly firm used prices.
Subaru has a very small UK footprint and the Outback is niche, so depreciation is steep due to thin used-market demand. Rural and farming buyers keep values from collapsing entirely.
European buyers lean toward diesel-estate and premium-brand wagons, so Outback resale lags. Used values hold up best in Alpine countries where AWD is valued.
Limited availability and a market preference for larger body-on-frame SUVs mean the Outback depreciates faster than in North America. Low fuel costs also reduce the appeal of its efficient boxer engine.
Subaru no longer has an official presence in India, so the Outback is effectively a grey-import rarity. Parts scarcity and limited service support accelerate depreciation significantly.
The Outback is a mainstream favorite in Australia, especially in regional and rural areas. Strong brand loyalty and proven reliability keep 5-year retained value among the best in its class.
Subaru Outback depreciation after an accident
An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Subaru Outback.
Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.
Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.
Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.
This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.