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Ford Focus holds its value better — 64% five-year retention against 64% for the Volkswagen Jetta Gli. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Ford Focus comes out ahead, holding about 64% of its value versus 64% for the Volkswagen Jetta Gli. Over the first five years the Ford Focus loses roughly $6,409 while the Volkswagen Jetta Gli loses about $12,115 — a gap near $5,706.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Ford Focus sheds about 7% in year one versus 10% for the Volkswagen Jetta Gli. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.