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Mitsubishi Lancer holds its value better — 48% five-year retention against 47% for the Ford Edge. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Mitsubishi Lancer comes out ahead, holding about 48% of its value versus 47% for the Ford Edge. Over the first five years the Mitsubishi Lancer loses roughly $11,938 while the Ford Edge loses about $20,464 — a gap near $8,526.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Mitsubishi Lancer sheds about 17% in year one versus 13% for the Ford Edge. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.