Dodge RAM depreciation
A 2012 Dodge RAM averages $16,397 — a 1996 averages $15,539 (5% lower).
Updated July 25, 2026 · Live dealer listing data
Average price by model year
| Year | Average price | Avg. mileage | vs. previous year | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $16,397 | 147,335 | +$1,490 | 976 |
| 2011 | $14,907 | 153,495 | +$649 | 473 |
| 2010 | $14,258 | 167,510 | +$1,277 | 280 |
| 2009 | $12,981 | 163,572 | −$772 | 159 |
| 2008 | $13,753 | 163,088 | −$446 | 246 |
| 2007 | $14,199 | 170,473 | −$2,964 | 241 |
| 2006 | $17,163 | 170,555 | +$434 | 249 |
| 2005 | $16,729 | 156,054 | +$307 | 201 |
| 2004 | $16,422 | 172,062 | +$3,926 | 191 |
| 2003 | $12,496 | 178,619 | +$221 | 95 |
| 2002 | $12,275 | 159,594 | −$3,694 | 59 |
| 2001 | $15,969 | 174,242 | +$2,584 | 68 |
| 2000 | $13,385 | 132,976 | −$2,521 | 12 |
| 1999 | $15,906 | 156,828 | +$24 | 33 |
| 1998 | $15,882 | 178,895 | +$1,716 | 23 |
| 1997 | $14,166 | 149,000 | −$1,373 | 21 |
| 1996 | $15,539 | 155,096 | — | 14 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Dodge RAM depreciate per year?
A Dodge RAM averages out to roughly 0.3% of value lost per year, though real-world depreciation is front-loaded — steepest in the first few years. A 2012 averages $16,397, while a 1996 — 16 years older — averages $15,539: 5% lower overall. Figures come from live dealer listings, updated July 25, 2026.
Which Dodge RAM model year is cheapest?
The 2002 Dodge RAM is the most affordable model year we track, averaging $12,275. Compare every year in the table above.
How many Dodge RAM model years can I compare here?
This depreciation curve covers 17 model years, from 1996 to 2012, each averaged from live dealer listings and refreshed daily.
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