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Ford Edge vs MINI Cooper — Depreciation Comparison

Ford Edge vs MINI Cooper: 5-year value retention (47% vs 47%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. MINI Cooper holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the MINI Cooper comes out ahead, holding about 47% of its value versus 47% for the Ford Edge. Over the first five years the MINI Cooper loses roughly $11,015 while the Ford Edge loses about $20,464 — a gap near $9,449.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the MINI Cooper sheds about 18% in year one versus 13% for the Ford Edge. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.