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Annual vehicle ownership cost calculator
Annual vehicle ownership cost calculator: enter your data, check the formula and compare scenarios with a worked example.
How to use this tool
Use figures for the same vehicle, period and units. Compare scenarios and check assumptions before making a decision.
Formula and assumptions
(purchase − resale) / years + annual- purchase
- Purchase price (€)
- resale
- Expected resale value (€)
- years
- Years of use
- annual
- Annual expenses (€)
Straight-line annual depreciation plus entered expenses. The resale value is an assumption.
Worked example
| Quantity | Result |
|---|---|
| Purchase price (€) | 20000 |
| Expected resale value (€) | 12000 |
| Years of use | 4 |
| Annual expenses (€) | 1500 |
| Estimated annual cost | 3,500.00 |
| Total cost over the period | 14,000.00 |
The result is an estimate based on your inputs. It is not an offer and does not replace manufacturer specifications, contract terms or professional inspection.