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Buick Envision holds its value better — 51% five-year retention against 50% for the Volkswagen Arteon. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Buick Envision comes out ahead, holding about 51% of its value versus 50% for the Volkswagen Arteon. Over the first five years the Buick Envision loses roughly $18,200 while the Volkswagen Arteon loses about $23,699 — a gap near $5,499.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Buick Envision sheds about 15% in year one versus 14% for the Volkswagen Arteon. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.