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Kia Soul EV holds its value better — 55% five-year retention against 50% for the Porsche Taycan. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Kia Soul EV comes out ahead, holding about 55% of its value versus 50% for the Porsche Taycan. Over the first five years the Kia Soul EV loses roughly $15,414 while the Porsche Taycan loses about $53,429 — a gap near $38,015.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Kia Soul EV sheds about 9% in year one versus 9% for the Porsche Taycan. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.