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Lexus ES-350 holds its value better — 50% five-year retention against 50% for the Cadillac CTS. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Lexus ES-350 comes out ahead, holding about 50% of its value versus 50% for the Cadillac CTS. Over the first five years the Lexus ES-350 loses roughly $16,302 while the Cadillac CTS loses about $23,498 — a gap near $7,196.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lexus ES-350 sheds about 8% in year one versus 10% for the Cadillac CTS. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.