Market retention
Nissan Sentra depreciation after 10 years.
A 2016 Nissan Sentra is currently worth about $7,746—32% of the newest year's market value.
Observed value after 10 years
$7,746
68% below the newest year's price in this study.
Newest market year
2026
Fair price $23,960
Observed value after 10 years
$7,746
68% below the newest year's price
Value retained
32%
Of the newest year's price
Observed market data
Value retention by model year.
Each bar compares a year's current fair price with the newest Nissan Sentra in this study.
2026
Newest year
$23,960 100%2025
1 years old
$20,022 84%2024
2 years old
$19,185 80%2023
3 years old
$19,125 80%2022
4 years old
$18,080 75%2021
5 years old
$16,056 67%2020
6 years old
$14,628 61%2019
7 years old
$9,978 42%2018
8 years old
$9,575 40%2017
9 years old
$8,465 35%2016
10 years old
$7,746 32%
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How to read this
This study compares similarly adjusted listings from different model years today. It shows the shape of today's market—not a guarantee about a specific vehicle's future value.
Long-term estimate
12-year value outlook.
Observed rows use current listings. Later rows extend the measured annual decline and are clearly marked as projected.
| Age (yrs) | Model year | Est. miles | Resale value | Retention | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2026 | 0 | $23,960 | 100% | Market |
| 1 | 2025 | 12,000 | $20,022 | 84% | Market |
| 2 | 2024 | 24,000 | $19,185 | 80% | Market |
| 3 | 2023 | 36,000 | $19,125 | 80% | Market |
| 4 | 2022 | 48,000 | $18,080 | 75% | Market |
| 5 | 2021 | 60,000 | $16,056 | 67% | Market |
| 6 | 2020 | 72,000 | $14,628 | 61% | Market |
| 7 | 2019 | 84,000 | $9,978 | 42% | Market |
| 8 | 2018 | 96,000 | $9,575 | 40% | Market |
| 9 | 2017 | 108,000 | $8,465 | 35% | Market |
| 10 | 2016 | 120,000 | $7,746 | 32% | Market |
| 11 | 2015 | 132,000 | $6,737 | 28% | Projected |
Mileage assumes ~12,000 mi/yr. Projected values use the fitted depreciation rate and are floored at 15% of the newest year's value; they are estimates, not guarantees.
Common questions
Nissan Sentra depreciation FAQ.
How fast does the Nissan Sentra depreciate?
About 10.9% per year, based on a comparison of mileage-adjusted market prices across model years.
What is a Nissan Sentra worth after 10 years?
A 2016 Nissan Sentra is worth roughly $7,746—about 32% of the newest year's fair price.
What will a Nissan Sentra be worth at 11 years old?
Projecting the 10.9%-per-year rate forward, a 11-year-old Nissan Sentra (around 132,000 miles) would be worth about $6,737—roughly 28% of the newest year's value. A projection, not a guarantee.
Cross-sectional depreciation estimate from live market listings, adjusted for mileage · updated 8/2/2026. Estimates only; your car's value depends on condition, options, and location.