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Volkswagen Atlas holds its value better — 56% five-year retention against 56% for the Kia Sedona. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Volkswagen Atlas comes out ahead, holding about 56% of its value versus 56% for the Kia Sedona. Over the first five years the Volkswagen Atlas loses roughly $17,336 while the Kia Sedona loses about $13,498 — a gap near $-3838.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Volkswagen Atlas sheds about 9% in year one versus 9% for the Kia Sedona. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.