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Tesla Model S holds its value better — 42% five-year retention against 41% for the Subaru Solterra. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Tesla Model S comes out ahead, holding about 42% of its value versus 41% for the Subaru Solterra. Over the first five years the Tesla Model S loses roughly $43,720 while the Subaru Solterra loses about $22,828 — a gap near $-20892.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Tesla Model S sheds about 6% in year one versus 7% for the Subaru Solterra. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.