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Hyundai Veloster holds its value better — 61% five-year retention against 60% for the Honda S2000. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Hyundai Veloster comes out ahead, holding about 61% of its value versus 60% for the Honda S2000. Over the first five years the Hyundai Veloster loses roughly $7,821 while the Honda S2000 loses about $20,886 — a gap near $13,065.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Hyundai Veloster sheds about 8% in year one versus 10% for the Honda S2000. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.