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Chevrolet Volt holds its value better — 54% five-year retention against 54% for the Kia Rio5. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Chevrolet Volt comes out ahead, holding about 54% of its value versus 54% for the Kia Rio5. Over the first five years the Chevrolet Volt loses roughly $15,520 while the Kia Rio5 loses about $7,715 — a gap near $-7805.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Chevrolet Volt sheds about 9% in year one versus 13% for the Kia Rio5. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.