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Chevrolet Equinox vs Volkswagen Tiguan — Depreciation Comparison

Chevrolet Equinox vs Volkswagen Tiguan: 5-year value retention (63% vs 62%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Chevrolet Equinox holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the Chevrolet Equinox comes out ahead, holding about 63% of its value versus 62% for the Volkswagen Tiguan. Over the first five years the Chevrolet Equinox loses roughly $10,570 while the Volkswagen Tiguan loses about $11,552 — a gap near $982.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Chevrolet Equinox sheds about 0% in year one versus 7% for the Volkswagen Tiguan. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.