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Audi A3 holds its value better — 52% five-year retention against 52% for the Volvo S90 Recharge. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Audi A3 comes out ahead, holding about 52% of its value versus 52% for the Volvo S90 Recharge. Over the first five years the Audi A3 loses roughly $17,747 while the Volvo S90 Recharge loses about $31,578 — a gap near $13,831.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Audi A3 sheds about 20% in year one versus 12% for the Volvo S90 Recharge. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.