Executive Summary

Some car models age gracefully — retaining value remarkably well even as mileage increases. In this report, based on a snapshot of Dutch secondhand listings from Marktplaats.nl, we identify 10 car models that show the least depreciation per 1,000 kilometers driven, with a few even registering slightly positive trends.

These results may indicate niche demand or unusually low initial pricing — but also highlight the importance of market volume and data representativeness.

Key Highlights

• Chevrolet Matiz: ~€-7.2 / 1,000 km
• Hyundai Atos: ~€-3.9 / 1,000 km
• Daewoo Kalos: ~€-5.8 / 1,000 km
• Daewoo Matiz: ~€-6.9 / 1,000 km
• Volkswagen Fox: ~€-7.0 / 1,000 km
• Renault Laguna: ~€-7.0 / 1,000 km
• Chevrolet Kalos: ~€-4.2 / 1,000 km
• Chevrolet Tacuma: ~€-1 / 1,000 km
• Mitsubishi ASX: ~€+5.0 / 1,000 km
• Renault Clio: ~€+15.1 / 1,000 km

Interpretation

A few models, including the Renault Clio, Mitsubishi ASX, and Chevrolet Tacuma, show positive price slopes relative to mileage. This suggests that listings with higher mileage are priced higher — a counterintuitive result likely driven by sampling effects, such as incomplete market coverage, listing anomalies, or model-year clustering.

Nonetheless, these models do display strong apparent value retention, especially among older compact vehicles that remain in demand as low-cost urban transport options.

The Volkswagen Fox, Daewoo Matiz, and Renault Laguna exhibit depreciation close to zero, reinforcing their position as models that tend to stabilize in price once a certain usage threshold is reached.

However, it is important to interpret these findings with caution. Positive or near-zero depreciation in this context does not necessarily mean vehicles are appreciating — rather, that market behavior, data noise, or sample limitations are affecting the observed slope.

Market Insight

These models may offer good value for buyers focused on cost-effective transportation, with minimal expected resale losses. However, factors such as maintenance history, part availability, and vehicle condition remain critical in real-world value assessment.

The presence of multiple Chevrolet and Daewoo models suggests these older, discontinued lines are holding value among niche buyers. Meanwhile, Renault Clio’s high listing count improves confidence in its trend.

Methodology

• Data Source: Listings from Marktplaats.nl
• Metric: Linear regression slope of asking price vs. mileage (€/1,000 km)
• Filters: Excluded models with fewer than 15 listings or labeled 'overige modellen'
• Date Collected: June 29, 2025
• Image Source: Price-volume-depreciation chart plotted by Drive Dutch

Final Thoughts

These insights reflect a sample of the Dutch secondhand market and should not be interpreted as absolute resale values. Variability in listing behavior, seller expectations, and market micro-dynamics can influence outcomes.

Still, for budget-conscious buyers or sellers pricing older models, understanding which vehicles tend to maintain price stability over time can support smarter decisions.

Disclaimer: This report is based on listing data, not finalized transactions. The dataset represents a snapshot of the market and may not reflect broader resale trends across the full used car landscape.