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Toyota Corolla Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the Toyota Corolla depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The world's best-selling nameplate, the Toyota Corolla combines bulletproof reliability, excellent fuel economy, and low cost of ownership. Its strong resale value and slow depreciation curve make it one of the most financially sensible compact cars you can buy, retaining roughly 62% of MSRP after five years.

1-year depreciation
13%
5-year retention
62%
MSRP
$22,050–$29k
Avg mi / year
13,000

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$9,680
-38%
Value at purchase
$25,475
Brand new
Value when you sell
$15,795
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$1,936
Depreciation / mi
$0.16
E220
13th generation · started 2026

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $25,475

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $25,475 100%
Year 1 $22,163 87% -$3,312 (13%)
Year 2 $20,125 79% -$2,038 (9.2%)
Year 3 $18,597 73% -$1,528 (7.6%)
Year 4 $17,068 67% -$1,529 (8.2%)
Year 5 $15,795 62% -$1,273 (7.5%)
Year 6 $14,521 57% -$1,274 (8.1%)
Year 7 $13,247 52% -$1,274 (8.8%)
Year 8 $11,973 47% -$1,274 (9.6%)
Year 9 $10,954 43% -$1,019 (8.5%)
Year 10 $9,935 39% -$1,019 (9.3%)

Toyota Corolla depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Toyota Corolla depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

Baseline market. Corolla is a consistent top-10 seller, and strong demand for affordable reliable transportation keeps used prices firm, especially for LE and Hybrid trims.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
-2% retention

Very similar retention pattern to the US. Corolla is a best-seller in Canada, and hatchback variants see slightly stronger resale in urban markets like Toronto and Vancouver.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-6% retention

Sold primarily as hatchback and Touring Sports wagon, hybrid-only. Strong demand from fleet and private buyers gives the Corolla above-average retention in its class.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-7% retention

Europe gets hatch, wagon, and sedan hybrids. Low emissions and excellent reliability help retention, though VW Golf and Skoda Octavia remain tough competitors in the used market.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
+10% retention

Corolla is one of Saudi Arabia's top-selling cars, prized for heat tolerance and cheap service. Resale is exceptionally strong — even high-mileage examples trade briskly.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-10% retention

Corolla Altis was discontinued in India in 2020, so supply is limited to used examples. Remaining units hold value well among buyers seeking a durable sedan, but service network has shrunk.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
+2% retention

Corolla is regularly Australia's best-selling passenger car. Hybrid hatchbacks in particular see very slow depreciation due to long waitlists on new orders.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla.

Minor accident
+7% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+17% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+31% 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.

Toyota Corolla FAQ

How much does a Toyota Corolla depreciate per year?
A new Toyota Corolla typically depreciates about 13% in its first year and 6–8% in each of the next four years. After five years it retains roughly 62% of its original MSRP, well above the compact-car average of around 50%. This slow depreciation curve is one of the Corolla's strongest financial advantages.
What is a Toyota Corolla worth after 5 years?
A Corolla LE purchased new for $24,000 will typically be worth around $14,800–$15,200 after five years with average mileage of 65,000 miles. Hybrid variants and well-maintained SE/XSE trims can command an extra 5–8% premium on the used market.
Does the Corolla Hybrid depreciate slower than the gas version?
Yes. The Corolla Hybrid depreciates roughly 3–4% slower over five years than the equivalent gas model, thanks to fuel-price sensitivity and Toyota's proven hybrid durability. The ~$1,500 hybrid premium is usually fully recovered at resale within three to four years.
How does mileage impact Corolla depreciation?
Each mile above the 13,000/year average reduces resale value by about $0.011. A Corolla with 150,000 miles will typically sell for 15–20% less than an average-mileage example of the same year, though Corollas routinely exceed 200,000 miles with basic maintenance.
How much value does a Corolla lose after an accident?
A minor fender bender with a clean repair reduces resale by about 7%, while a moderate accident with airbag deployment drops value by roughly 17%. A major accident with frame or structural damage cuts resale by 30% or more, and this diminished value remains permanently on the CarFax record.

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