The Volvo S90 turned heads when it was launched in 2016. The sleek exterior and Scandinavian-influenced cabin marked a dramatic change in direction from the beefy S80 it replaced. At the same time, Volvo was trying to crack the luxury sedan market dominated by German brands. However, the Swedish automaker decided to focus on crossovers and exited the sedan business in 2025. Both the S90 and mid-size S60 left the lineup, pushing value-oriented consumers into the used market and into a group of unique luxury cars that make more financial sense than buying new.
For shoppers looking for a used European luxury car, the S90 could be a smart purchase thanks to its status as a discontinued model. Add to that significant depreciation – 52% to 57% over five years – and the 2021 Volvo S90 looks even better for the money.
We targeted the 2021 model year because five-year-old vehicles can command a sweet spot in the used car market, balancing resale value and modern technology. To put this buying opportunity into perspective, let’s compare the depreciation of the 2021 Volvo S90 to the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Audi A6 from the same year. Data comes from two sources: iSeeCars and CarEdge.
Five years’ depreciation for the Volvo S90
iSeeCars estimates that a 2021 Volvo S90 will depreciate by 56.9% over five years. An example with an original MSRP of $56,690 (the price of the mid-range T6 Inscription with a $995 destination charge) would now be worth $32,257. A review of Autotrader listings shows dealer offers in the $28,000 to $35,000 range, indicating that the depreciation estimate is accurate. According to iSeeCars, the Volvo’s depreciation (56.9%) is worse than the average (53.6%) for all midsize luxury sedans. If that’s an eye-opener, consider that there are other cars that depreciate more quickly.
CarEdge is more generous with its evaluation of the 2021 S90, predicting a depreciation rate of 52.25%. Looking beyond the half-decade, CarEdge reports that depreciation for the S90 remains remarkably high. After seven years, this sedan will have a depreciation of 68.17%. After 10 years, the depreciation increases to 76.98%. iSeeCars shows a similar pattern for these periods, 69.9% and 79.2% respectively.
CarEdge bases its estimates on good condition units that average 13,500 miles per year, and compares market listings to original prices when making its calculations.
Depreciation Volvo S90 compared to other luxury sedans
Depreciation plays a key role in how the Volvo S90 compares to other luxury sedans. Of course, there are pros and cons to buying a German car, including depreciation. And how the S90 compares to the German trio Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz depends on which valuations you want to believe.
Looking at iSeeCars’ predictions, Volvo’s five-year depreciation rate of 56.9% matches the company’s estimate for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Meanwhile, the value decrease amounts to 60.9% for the Audi A6. The BMW 5 Series does even worse at 61.4%. Shoppers may find a lower profit for the A6 or 5 Series, depending on original MSRP, mileage and condition.
CarEdge’s valuations offer lower five-year depreciation across the board. However, the S90’s 52.25% drop in value is greater than that of its rivals. For comparison, Car Edge offers a prediction of 51.1% for the A6, 50.89% for the BMW 5 Series (particularly the 530) and 46.85% for the E-Class.
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