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Audi SQ8 holds its value better — 55% five-year retention against 55% for the Acura RSX. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Audi SQ8 comes out ahead, holding about 55% of its value versus 55% for the Acura RSX. Over the first five years the Audi SQ8 loses roughly $44,467 while the Acura RSX loses about $20,832 — a gap near $-23635.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Audi SQ8 sheds about 17% in year one versus 10% for the Acura RSX. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.