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Kia Sportage holds its value better — 66% five-year retention against 66% for the Lexus RX. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Kia Sportage comes out ahead, holding about 66% of its value versus 66% for the Lexus RX. Over the first five years the Kia Sportage loses roughly $9,847 while the Lexus RX loses about $17,734 — a gap near $7,887.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Kia Sportage sheds about 4% in year one versus 6% for the Lexus RX. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.