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Ford Transit holds its value better — 66% five-year retention against 66% for the Toyota Highlander. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Ford Transit comes out ahead, holding about 66% of its value versus 66% for the Toyota Highlander. Over the first five years the Ford Transit loses roughly $18,365 while the Toyota Highlander loses about $14,159 — a gap near $-4206.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Ford Transit sheds about 7% in year one versus 9% for the Toyota Highlander. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.