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Lexus GS holds its value better — 63% five-year retention against 63% for the Lexus LC. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Lexus GS comes out ahead, holding about 63% of its value versus 63% for the Lexus LC. Over the first five years the Lexus GS loses roughly $18,690 while the Lexus LC loses about $51,952 — a gap near $33,262.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lexus GS sheds about 7% in year one versus 3% for the Lexus LC. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.