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Mazda CX-3 holds its value better — 77% five-year retention against 76% for the Honda Accord. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Mazda CX-3 comes out ahead, holding about 77% of its value versus 76% for the Honda Accord. Over the first five years the Mazda CX-3 loses roughly $4,803 while the Honda Accord loses about $6,730 — a gap near $1,927.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Mazda CX-3 sheds about 5% in year one versus 6% for the Honda Accord. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.