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BMW 5 Series holds its value better — 44% five-year retention against 44% for the Audi A8-L. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the BMW 5 Series comes out ahead, holding about 44% of its value versus 44% for the Audi A8-L. Over the first five years the BMW 5 Series loses roughly $32,923 while the Audi A8-L loses about $48,440 — a gap near $15,517.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the BMW 5 Series sheds about 18% in year one versus 11% for the Audi A8-L. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.