Expensive luxury new cars typically lose a large amount of value in the first 3 years - 50% off doesn’t surprise me comparing RRP/list price to trade in value.
They’ve benefited from having the car new, in the spec they wanted, with full warranty for the first 3 years, no MOTs, brand new tyres/brakes etc and very little to do service wise
Only exceptional cars don’t lose much money, or unless you buy used, or when the market is behaving unusually (eg supply/demand after COVID)
You pay your money and take your choice.
I think I’d look out for competitive lease offers if you’re...