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Lexus UX holds its value better — 76% five-year retention against 74% for the Lexus RC. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Lexus UX comes out ahead, holding about 76% of its value versus 74% for the Lexus RC. Over the first five years the Lexus UX loses roughly $8,992 while the Lexus RC loses about $11,985 — a gap near $2,993.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lexus UX sheds about 8% in year one versus 5% for the Lexus RC. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.