Market retention
Subaru Legacy depreciation after 10 years.
A 2016 Subaru Legacy is currently worth about $11,156—40% of the newest year's market value.
Observed value after 10 years
$11,156
60% below the newest year's price in this study.
Newest market year
2025
Fair price $27,857
Observed value after 10 years
$11,156
60% below the newest year's price
Value retained
40%
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 Subaru Legacy in this study.
2025
1 years old
$27,857 100%2024
2 years old
$26,073 94%2023
3 years old
$23,787 85%2022
4 years old
$22,231 80%2021
5 years old
$20,548 74%2020
6 years old
$18,439 66%2019
7 years old
$16,162 58%2018
8 years old
$14,155 51%2017
9 years old
$12,385 44%2016
10 years old
$11,156 40%
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025 | 12,000 | $27,857 | 100% | Market |
| 2 | 2024 | 24,000 | $26,073 | 94% | Market |
| 3 | 2023 | 36,000 | $23,787 | 85% | Market |
| 4 | 2022 | 48,000 | $22,231 | 80% | Market |
| 5 | 2021 | 60,000 | $20,548 | 74% | Market |
| 6 | 2020 | 72,000 | $18,439 | 66% | Market |
| 7 | 2019 | 84,000 | $16,162 | 58% | Market |
| 8 | 2018 | 96,000 | $14,155 | 51% | Market |
| 9 | 2017 | 108,000 | $12,385 | 44% | Market |
| 10 | 2016 | 120,000 | $11,156 | 40% | Market |
| 11 | 2015 | 132,000 | $9,878 | 35% | Projected |
| 12 | 2014 | 144,000 | $8,905 | 32% | 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
Subaru Legacy depreciation FAQ.
How fast does the Subaru Legacy depreciate?
About 9.8% per year, based on a comparison of mileage-adjusted market prices across model years.
What is a Subaru Legacy worth after 10 years?
A 2016 Subaru Legacy is worth roughly $11,156—about 40% of the newest year's fair price.
What will a Subaru Legacy be worth at 12 years old?
Projecting the 9.8%-per-year rate forward, a 12-year-old Subaru Legacy (around 144,000 miles) would be worth about $8,905—roughly 32% of the newest year's value. A projection, not a guarantee.
Cross-sectional depreciation estimate from live market listings, adjusted for mileage · updated 8/8/2026. Estimates only; your car's value depends on condition, options, and location.