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Subaru Solterra holds its value better — 41% five-year retention against 41% for the Mercedes-Benz EQE. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Subaru Solterra comes out ahead, holding about 41% of its value versus 41% for the Mercedes-Benz EQE. Over the first five years the Subaru Solterra loses roughly $22,828 while the Mercedes-Benz EQE loses about $38,581 — a gap near $15,753.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Subaru Solterra sheds about 7% in year one versus 23% for the Mercedes-Benz EQE. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.