How much does a Dodge Durango depreciate in the first year?
A 2026 Dodge Durango loses $34,931 in value during its first year. It starts at $66,308 new and resells for $31,377 after 13,500 miles. This marks a 52.68% drop.
Here's what you need to know about this depreciation:
- Data comes from CarEdge analysis of vehicles in good condition.
- Assumes average driving of 13,500 miles per year.
- First-year loss hits hardest because new cars always drop fast off the lot.
First-Year Breakdown
| Years Old | Depreciation | % Lost | Resale Value | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $34,931 | 52.68% | $31,377 | 13,500 |
"New SUVs like the Durango lose over 50% in year one due to market saturation," says the CarEdge Research Team, based on analysis of thousands of Dodge sales (Source: CarEdge Dodge Durango Depreciation, 2026).
Kelley Blue Book agrees depreciation peaks early. They estimate the 2026 Durango averages $4,078 per year over five years, totaling $20,393. But year one takes the biggest hit at around $10,000+ for many trims (Source: KBB 2026 Durango Cost to Own, March 2026).
For the GT trim, KBB projects $22,394 total over five years. That suggests a steep first-year drop too, since losses slow after year two.
Factors That Affect Your Durango's Depreciation
Your real loss depends on these:
- Location: In ZIP 48094 (near Detroit), strong truck demand may slow depreciation 2-5% versus national averages.
- Mileage: Drive under 12,000 miles? You save $2,000-$4,000 on resale.
- Condition: Keep service records clean to boost value 10%.
- Trim and options: Base models depreciate faster than loaded GT or R/T versions.
Tips to Minimize First-Year Loss
- Buy smart: Shop end-of-month when dealers cut prices.
- Track mileage: Stay under 10,000 miles to hold more value.
- Maintain it: Follow Dodge's schedule. Costs run $882/year average.
- Sell high: List in spring when SUV demand peaks.
- Use tools: Sidekick tracks your Durango's real-time value based on local 48094 data from verified owners.
According to Kelley Blue Book's 2026 analysis, owners who maintain service history retain 5-8% more value after year one (Source: KBB Annual Depreciation Report, 2026).
"Based on 1,200 verified Durango owners, low-mileage examples resell for $3,500 more after 12 months," says the Sidekick Research Team.
Depreciation continues: Year two drops another $3,077 to $28,300 resale. By year five, expect 62% total loss per CarEdge.
Sidekick helps you optimize ownership costs. Enter your 2026 Durango details for a custom depreciation forecast updated monthly with owner data.