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Ford C-Max holds its value better — 60% five-year retention against 59% for the Chevrolet Trax. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Ford C-Max comes out ahead, holding about 60% of its value versus 59% for the Chevrolet Trax. Over the first five years the Ford C-Max loses roughly $6,686 while the Chevrolet Trax loses about $8,727 — a gap near $2,041.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Ford C-Max sheds about 4% in year one versus 6% for the Chevrolet Trax. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.