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Mercedes-Benz M-Class holds its value better — 47% five-year retention against 46% for the Lexus RZ. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Mercedes-Benz M-Class comes out ahead, holding about 47% of its value versus 46% for the Lexus RZ. Over the first five years the Mercedes-Benz M-Class loses roughly $20,533 while the Lexus RZ loses about $24,656 — a gap near $4,123.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Mercedes-Benz M-Class sheds about 9% in year one versus 5% for the Lexus RZ. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.