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Lincoln MKT holds its value better — 47% five-year retention against 47% for the Audi S6. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Lincoln MKT comes out ahead, holding about 47% of its value versus 47% for the Audi S6. Over the first five years the Lincoln MKT loses roughly $25,556 while the Audi S6 loses about $40,672 — a gap near $15,116.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lincoln MKT sheds about 11% in year one versus 16% for the Audi S6. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.