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Lexus IS-350 holds its value better — 50% five-year retention against 50% for the Lincoln Continental. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Lexus IS-350 comes out ahead, holding about 50% of its value versus 50% for the Lincoln Continental. Over the first five years the Lexus IS-350 loses roughly $17,400 while the Lincoln Continental loses about $23,199 — a gap near $5,799.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lexus IS-350 sheds about 13% in year one versus 10% for the Lincoln Continental. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.