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BMW X4 holds its value better — 55% five-year retention against 55% for the Acura MDX. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the BMW X4 comes out ahead, holding about 55% of its value versus 55% for the Acura MDX. Over the first five years the BMW X4 loses roughly $25,198 while the Acura MDX loses about $23,414 — a gap near $-1784.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the BMW X4 sheds about 11% in year one versus 12% for the Acura MDX. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.