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Dodge Avenger holds its value better — 42% five-year retention against 42% for the Volkswagen GTI. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Dodge Avenger comes out ahead, holding about 42% of its value versus 42% for the Volkswagen GTI. Over the first five years the Dodge Avenger loses roughly $6,792 while the Volkswagen GTI loses about $10,203 — a gap near $3,411.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Dodge Avenger sheds about 24% in year one versus 15% for the Volkswagen GTI. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.