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Lexus LC holds its value better — 63% five-year retention against 62% for the Audi RS-5. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Lexus LC comes out ahead, holding about 63% of its value versus 62% for the Audi RS-5. Over the first five years the Lexus LC loses roughly $51,952 while the Audi RS-5 loses about $29,850 — a gap near $-22102.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lexus LC sheds about 3% in year one versus 11% for the Audi RS-5. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.