BMW 7 Series depreciation: when to buy & cost to own
Estimates as of June 2026.
The BMW 7 Series (Luxury, ~$95,000 new) loses about 62% of its value in five years — it depreciates faster than the 41.8% market average. Buying at 3 years old and holding five costs about $5,054/yr in depreciation versus $11,780/yr buying new — you keep 57.1% more of your money.
Value by age
| Age | Est. value | Total lost |
|---|---|---|
| New | $95,000 | 0% |
| 1 yr | $65,895 | 30.6% |
| 2 yr | $55,571 | 41.5% |
| 3 yr | $47,908 | 49.6% |
| 5 yr | $36,100 | 62% |
| 7 yr | $26,747 | 71.8% |
| 10 yr | $15,207 | 84% |
What will it cost you to own?
Buy price (est.)
$47,908
Resale (est.)
$22,636
Total depreciation
$25,272
Cost per year
$5,054
vs. buying new
$11,780/yr
Depreciation only — older cars cost more to maintain, so the practical sweet spot is ~3–5 years old. Figures are modeled estimates that vary by trim, condition, and market. How we estimate this →