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Ford Escape holds its value better — 59% five-year retention against 59% for the Mitsubishi Outlander. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Ford Escape comes out ahead, holding about 59% of its value versus 59% for the Mitsubishi Outlander. Over the first five years the Ford Escape loses roughly $12,353 while the Mitsubishi Outlander loses about $12,268 — a gap near $-85.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Ford Escape sheds about 4% in year one versus 6% for the Mitsubishi Outlander. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.