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Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX Cruiser Depreciation & Resale Value

Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX keeps an estimated 62% of its value after 5 years — #3858 of 5780 boats VINdown tracks. See the full depreciation curve.

Per VINdown's modeling, the Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX retains an estimated 62% of its value after five years, ranking #3858 of 5780 boats we track. That is roughly in line with the 62% five-year average for Cruiser in its class.

Most of the loss lands early: the Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX sheds about 31% of its value in year one alone. From roughly $190,440 it falls to around $118,644 by year five — a five-year loss near $71,796, about $39.34 a day in depreciation.

Because the steepest drop hits around year 1, a lightly-used Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX bought at 1 year old lets the first owner absorb the worst of the depreciation while the curve flattens — usually the value sweet spot. Explore the full year-by-year curve, trims, and true cost of ownership in the Model Lab above.

Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX depreciation FAQ

Does the Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX hold its value?

It keeps an estimated 62% of its value after five years — worse than most among the 5780 boats VINdown tracks (ranked #3858).

How much does a Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX depreciate in 5 years?

From about $190,440 when new it drops to roughly $118,644 after five years — a loss near $71,796 (62% of its value retained).

When is the best time to buy a used Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX?

Around 1 year old: that is just past the steepest depreciation, so you skip the biggest drop while the value curve is flattening.