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Chevrolet Malibu vs Ford Expedition Max — Depreciation Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu vs Ford Expedition Max: 5-year value retention (55% vs 55%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Chevrolet Malibu holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the Chevrolet Malibu comes out ahead, holding about 55% of its value versus 55% for the Ford Expedition Max. Over the first five years the Chevrolet Malibu loses roughly $11,736 while the Ford Expedition Max loses about $27,822 — a gap near $16,086.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Chevrolet Malibu sheds about 16% in year one versus 4% for the Ford Expedition Max. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.