How Corvette Depreciation Compares With Lexus LC and Audi R8

iSeeCars data compares five-year depreciation of Chevrolet Corvette, Lexus LC, and Audi R8, highlighting how body style and positioning affect long-term value.

The sports car market assigns value very selectively, even within the same segment, and five-year depreciation data clearly illustrates this difference. A comparison between the Chevrolet Corvette, Lexus LC, and Audi R8 highlights how powertrain choices, body style, and model positioning shape long-term value retention.

According to iSeeCars estimates, the traditional gasoline-powered Chevrolet Corvette coupe loses roughly 25–26 percent of its original value over five years. The hybrid coupe follows closely, with depreciation reaching about 28 percent. These figures indicate that the Corvette remains one of the strongest performers in its class when it comes to holding value, regardless of drivetrain.

The picture changes notably with convertible versions. Both hybrid and non-hybrid Corvette convertibles experience a steeper decline, shedding more than a third of their value within the same five-year window. This contrast underlines how body style continues to influence demand and pricing on the used car market.

The Lexus LC presents a different outcome. Data from iSeeCars shows that the Lexus LC 500 loses over 40 percent of its value after five years. Despite its premium positioning and distinctive design, the model underperforms compared to the Corvette and sits closer to, or slightly worse than, average depreciation levels for coupes overall.

Audi R8 stands apart in this comparison. Listed by iSeeCars in both coupe and convertible form, the R8 shows exceptionally low depreciation relative to its peers. Even with a high initial price, the model maintains strong resale appeal, a trend often linked to limited availability and sustained interest from collectors and performance car enthusiasts.

Taken together, these trends suggest that depreciation among sports cars is shaped less by category and more by identity. The Corvette benefits from a balance of performance and price, the Lexus LC struggles to translate exclusivity into long-term value, while the Audi R8 reinforces its status as a model whose desirability extends well beyond its first owner.