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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter holds its value better — 72% five-year retention against 72% for the Acura ILX. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter comes out ahead, holding about 72% of its value versus 72% for the Acura ILX. Over the first five years the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter loses roughly $16,106 while the Acura ILX loses about $7,563 — a gap near $-8543.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter sheds about 3% in year one versus 6% for the Acura ILX. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.