How it's calculated
We apply declining-balance depreciation: each year the car keeps a percentage of the previous year's value, so it falls faster early on.
Car Depreciation Calculator Malaysia
Estimate your car's current value and how much it has depreciated since you bought it.
Rates basis: Indicative
Vehicle
Estimated value now
RM 52,200.63
Down RM 47,799.38 from RM 100,000.00
Estimated value now: RM 52,200.63
- Total depreciation
- RM 47,799.38
- Value retained
- 52%
Declining-balance estimate. Real resale value depends on model, mileage and demand.
Example scenarios
RM100k car, 15%/yr, 5 years
About 56% of the value gone in five years.
≈ RM44,371 value
RM60k car, 15%/yr, 3 years
Most depreciation hits in the early years.
≈ RM36,848 value
Understanding the numbers
How the figures above are worked out — the rules, rates and reasoning behind every line.
Estimates only. Results are for planning purposes and may differ from official figures. Confirm against the relevant authority before making financial decisions.
Cars lose value over time
Depreciation is usually the biggest cost of owning a car. This estimates the current value based on a yearly depreciation rate.
Frequently asked questions
How fast do cars depreciate in Malaysia?
Many cars lose roughly 10–20% of their value a year, fastest in the first few years. Popular, reliable models hold value better.
Formula governance
- Formula version
- 2026.1
- Effective date
- 1 Jan 2026
- Government source
- JPJ · PIAM Motor Tariff
- Last updated
- 3 Oct 2026