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Mercedes-Benz A-Class holds its value better — 61% five-year retention against 61% for the Acura TLX. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes out ahead, holding about 61% of its value versus 61% for the Acura TLX. Over the first five years the Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses roughly $13,207 while the Acura TLX loses about $17,843 — a gap near $4,636.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Mercedes-Benz A-Class sheds about 6% in year one versus 8% for the Acura TLX. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.