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Kia Cadenza holds its value better — 57% five-year retention against 57% for the Chevrolet Cruze. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Kia Cadenza comes out ahead, holding about 57% of its value versus 57% for the Chevrolet Cruze. Over the first five years the Kia Cadenza loses roughly $16,200 while the Chevrolet Cruze loses about $7,720 — a gap near $-8480.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Kia Cadenza sheds about 9% in year one versus 9% for the Chevrolet Cruze. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.