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Porsche Cayenne holds its value better — 52% five-year retention against 52% for the Audi A3. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Porsche Cayenne comes out ahead, holding about 52% of its value versus 52% for the Audi A3. Over the first five years the Porsche Cayenne loses roughly $38,808 while the Audi A3 loses about $17,747 — a gap near $-21061.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Porsche Cayenne sheds about 9% in year one versus 20% for the Audi A3. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.