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Note: The model name in the request is incomplete, so this analysis uses the 2026 Dodge Charger as the closest match because it has current pricing and resale data available. The base 2026 Charger R/T starts at $51,990, and Kelley Blue Book lists a fair purchase price of about $48,200 for the base model, showing only a modest first-buy discount versus sticker.

Value Summary

The current estimated market value for a new 2026 Dodge Charger R/T is about $48,200, versus an MSRP of $51,990. That implies roughly $3,790 in immediate depreciation, or about 7.3% below MSRP.

For longer-term value retention, iSeeCars estimates the Dodge Charger coupe retains 68.3% of its value after five years, which is among the strongest figures in the Dodge lineup. Using that benchmark, a five-year-old Charger would be worth about $35,500 on a $51,990 starting price, though actual trim and mileage can move that figure materially.

Depreciation Curve Analysis

Dodge as a brand depreciates faster than many mainstream nameplates, with brand-wide estimates showing about 62% depreciation after five years. Even so, the Charger performs better than the Dodge average; iSeeCars places the Charger coupe at 68.3% retained value after five years, while ForCar’s Dodge-wide data suggests a typical Dodge may fall from about $33,108 at one year old to around $22,206 by year five.

That difference means the Charger’s curve is flatter than the Dodge brand norm, but it still loses value most quickly in the first two years. A practical year-by-year path for a typical 2026 Charger looks like this:

• New: $51,990 MSRP
• Year 1: about $46,500 to $48,000, depending on trim, mileage, and incentives
• Year 3: about $41,000 to $43,000 based on typical performance-car retention patterns and Dodge’s 5-year resale profile
• Year 5: about $35,500 using the Charger coupe’s 68.3% 5-year retention rate

The steepest depreciation period is usually the first 12 to 24 months, when buyer incentives, first-owner registration, and rapid market re-pricing have the biggest effect. After that, the curve tends to stabilize if the car is kept in clean condition with reasonable mileage.

Value Retention Factors

The Charger’s value retention is helped by its performance image, rear-drive muscle-car appeal, and limited direct competition in the new-car market. Dodge also benefits from strong enthusiast demand in higher-performance trims, which supports resale compared with more common family sedans.

Value loss accelerates when mileage climbs quickly. ForCar’s Dodge data shows that crossing 100,000 miles can reduce value by about 72%, which is steeper than the estimated 64% loss for the average used car. That makes mileage one of the biggest variables in this model’s resale outcome.

Condition matters just as much. Clean history, original equipment, complete service records, and unmodified condition improve resale, while accident history, aftermarket modifications, and worn interior/exterior condition lower it. For a performance model like the Charger, unapproved modifications can hurt more than they help because many buyers want stock examples.

Market demand is another major factor. Demand is strongest for well-equipped trims with desirable engines, but it is weaker for base cars if lease returns and dealer discounts flood the market. The new 2026 lineup also includes multiple Charger variants with widely different MSRP levels, which creates uneven resale performance across trims.

Future Value Projections

Assuming average mileage and average condition, a 2026 Charger R/T is likely to depreciate to about $45,000 to $46,000 in one year, around $41,000 to $43,000 in three years, and roughly $35,500 in five years.

The best time to sell is usually between years 2 and 4. That window captures most of the early depreciation while avoiding the sharp value decline that can happen once mileage rises and warranty coverage shrinks. If the vehicle is used as a weekend car, kept under average mileage, and maintained carefully, it can stay near the top end of its resale range longer.

Comparison to Competitors

Among Dodge models, the Charger is one of the stronger resale performers; iSeeCars ranks it ahead of the Hornet and several other Dodge nameplates. Against the broader market, Dodge still trails many top-retention brands, and CarEdge estimates the brand averages 62% depreciation in five years, which is weaker than the best value-retention segments.

If value retention is the priority, better alternatives usually include mainstream trucks and certain hybrid SUVs, which often depreciate more slowly than large performance cars. Within Dodge, the Charger is a better value-retention play than many other models because of its enthusiast demand and stronger resale profile.

Bottom line: The 2026 Dodge Charger is not a class leader for depreciation, but it is one of Dodge’s better-value vehicles. Its strongest resale outcomes come from low mileage, clean ownership history, and keeping the car stock and well maintained.