Audi A3 e-tron vs Rolls-Royce Ghost — Depreciation

On five-year value retention the Rolls-Royce Ghost comes out ahead, holding about 64% of its value versus 64% for the Audi A3 e-tron. Over the first five years the Rolls-Royce Ghost loses roughly $127,932 while the Audi A3 e-tron loses about $14,418 — a gap near $-113514.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Rolls-Royce Ghost sheds about 8% in year one versus 7% for the Audi A3 e-tron. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.

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• Rolls-Royce Ghost depreciation curve & cost of ownership →