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RAM 3500 Depreciation

A RAM 3500 will depreciate 28% after 5 years and have a 5 year resale value of $56,810.

The chart below shows the expected depreciation for the next 10 years. These results are for vehicles in good condition, averaging 12,000 miles per year. It also assumes a selling price of $79,333 when new. Enter your purchase price, expected ownership period and estimated miles driven annually. Our depreciation calculator will predict an expected resale value for the RAM 3500.

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RAM 3500 Depreciation

Years Old Depreciation Residual Value Resale Value Mileage Resale Year
1 $5,926 92.53% $73,407 12,000 2022
2 $7,203 90.92% $72,130 24,000 2023
3 $8,195 89.67% $71,138 36,000 2024
4 $14,637 81.55% $64,696 48,000 2025
5 $22,523 71.61% $56,810 60,000 2026
6 $26,402 66.72% $52,931 72,000 2027
7 $33,137 58.23% $46,196 84,000 2028
8 $35,390 55.39% $43,943 96,000 2029
9 $37,493 52.74% $41,840 108,000 2030
10 $39,167 50.63% $40,166 120,000 2031

RAM 3500 Depreciation

Years Old Depreciation Residual Value Resale Value
1 $5,926 92.53% $73,407
2 $7,203 90.92% $72,130
3 $8,195 89.67% $71,138
4 $14,637 81.55% $64,696
5 $22,523 71.61% $56,810
6 $26,402 66.72% $52,931
7 $33,137 58.23% $46,196
8 $35,390 55.39% $43,943
9 $37,493 52.74% $41,840
10 $39,167 50.63% $40,166

Buying a RAM 3500 New vs Used

If you purchase a used RAM 3500 that is 2 years old, then you could save $7,203 compared to buying new, and still have a relatively new model with plenty of useful life remaining. If you plan to keep this vehicle for 3 years then your total cost of depreciation would be $15,320. Try other age and ownership length combinations, or different vehicles to see if you can find depreciation sweetspots where this cost is the lowest. Hint: Try vehicles between 2 and 4 years old, as brand new vehicles depreciate quickly. Also, if this is a recently released model and buying a few years old isn't possible, consider another vehicle, or perhaps wait until more used 3500 models become available.

What About RAM 3500 Insurance Costs?

The average cost to insure a RAM 3500 is about $1,989 per year. This adds up to around $9,945 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike depreciation, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a RAM 3500. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure

The Best Model Years to Buy a RAM 3500

The 2022 RAM 3500 is our top pick for the best model year value for the 3500. With the 2022, you would only pay, on average, 100% of the price as new, with 100% of the vehicle's useful life remaining. The 2021 and 2020 model years are also attractive years for the 3500, and provide a relatively good value. Our rankings consider multiple factors, including the 3500's price as new, current price, maintenance costs and remaining years of overall predictabe expenses. Our top ranked model year represents the most car for the money of the RAM 3500 models.

Ram 3500 Historical Depreciation

Year New Price Current Price Maintenance $ Decline % Decline % Paid Value Rating
2022 $79,333 $79,333 $847 $0 0% 100% Best
2021 $78,904 $74,011 $1,001 $5,322 6.71% 92.53% Better
2020 $77,010 $71,267 $1,247 $2,744 3.71% 90.92% Better
2019 $70,999 $65,303 $1,639 $5,964 8.37% 89.67% Good
2018 $66,072 $55,844 $1,965 $9,459 14.48% 81.55%
2017 $67,858 $51,068 $2,477 $4,776 8.55% 71.61% Good
2016 $68,700 $49,353 $3,518 $1,715 3.36% 66.72%
2015 $66,826 $42,843 $3,932 $6,510 13.19% 58.23%
2014 $65,040 $40,344 $4,316 $2,499 5.83% 55.39%
2013 $65,444 $39,406 $4,888 $938 2.33% 52.74%
2012 $64,350 $37,544 $4,961 $1,862 4.73% 50.63%
2011 $62,157 $36,273 $5,573 $1,271 3.39% 49.39%
Year Price % Paid Value Rank
2022 $79,333 100% Best
2021 $74,011 92.53% Better
2020 $71,267 90.92% Better
2019 $65,303 89.67% Good
2018 $55,844 81.55%
2017 $51,068 71.61% Good
2016 $49,353 66.72%
2015 $42,843 58.23%
2014 $40,344 55.39%
2013 $39,406 52.74%
2012 $37,544 50.63%
2011 $36,273 49.39%

RAM 3500 Depreciation Rankings

Depreciation Rankings

We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Depreciation. See where the RAM 3500 ranks for Depreciation compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the 3500 stacks up in our rankings for Maintenance, Insurance and Overall Costs.

Depreciation Rankings

Other RAM 3500 Costs of Ownership

Finding a car or truck that saves on depreciation costs is important. But, it's also imperative to view all major RAM 3500 costs. This will ensure that you are finding the vehicle that provides you the best value, at the lowest cost. We've created tools that will also help you to save on the following ownership expenses: