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Lexus NX Hybrid vs Volkswagen Atlas: 5-year value retention (56% vs 56%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Volkswagen Atlas holds its value better.
On five-year value retention the Volkswagen Atlas comes out ahead, holding about 56% of its value versus 56% for the Lexus NX Hybrid. Over the first five years the Volkswagen Atlas loses roughly $17,336 while the Lexus NX Hybrid loses about $20,751 — a gap near $3,415.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Volkswagen Atlas sheds about 9% in year one versus 21% for the Lexus NX Hybrid. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.