Lexus CT vs Lincoln MKZ: 5-year value retention (35% vs 35%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Lincoln MKZ holds its value better.
On five-year value retention the Lincoln MKZ comes out ahead, holding about 35% of its value versus 35% for the Lexus CT. Over the first five years the Lincoln MKZ loses roughly $14,858 while the Lexus CT loses about $10,993 — a gap near $-3865.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lincoln MKZ sheds about 3% in year one versus 0% for the Lexus CT. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.
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