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Volkswagen Passat holds its value better — 58% five-year retention against 58% for the Hyundai Ioniq. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Volkswagen Passat comes out ahead, holding about 58% of its value versus 58% for the Hyundai Ioniq. Over the first five years the Volkswagen Passat loses roughly $11,472 while the Hyundai Ioniq loses about $11,230 — a gap near $-242.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Volkswagen Passat sheds about 8% in year one versus 9% for the Hyundai Ioniq. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.