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Volkswagen Taos holds its value better — 56% five-year retention against 56% for the Volkswagen Atlas. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Volkswagen Taos comes out ahead, holding about 56% of its value versus 56% for the Volkswagen Atlas. Over the first five years the Volkswagen Taos loses roughly $11,607 while the Volkswagen Atlas loses about $17,336 — a gap near $5,729.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Volkswagen Taos sheds about 14% in year one versus 9% for the Volkswagen Atlas. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.