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Lexus RX vs Toyota Highlander — Depreciation Comparison

Lexus RX vs Toyota Highlander: 5-year value retention (73% vs 72%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Lexus RX holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the Lexus RX comes out ahead, holding about 73% of its value versus 72% for the Toyota Highlander. Over the first five years the Lexus RX loses roughly $13,571 while the Toyota Highlander loses about $11,931 — a gap near $-1640.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Lexus RX sheds about 1% in year one versus 0% for the Toyota Highlander. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.