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MINI Countryman holds its value better — 58% five-year retention against 58% for the Kia Sorento Hybrid.
On five-year value retention the MINI Countryman comes out ahead, holding about 58% of its value versus 58% for the Kia Sorento Hybrid. Over the first five years the MINI Countryman loses roughly $13,583 while the Kia Sorento Hybrid loses about $16,218 — a gap near $2,635.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the MINI Countryman sheds about 8% in year one versus 9% for the Kia Sorento Hybrid. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.