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Toyota Corolla vs Volkswagen Golf-R — Depreciation Comparison

Toyota Corolla vs Volkswagen Golf-R: 5-year value retention (74% vs 74%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Toyota Corolla holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the Toyota Corolla comes out ahead, holding about 74% of its value versus 74% for the Volkswagen Golf-R. Over the first five years the Toyota Corolla loses roughly $5,995 while the Volkswagen Golf-R loses about $13,106 — a gap near $7,111.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Toyota Corolla sheds about 6% in year one versus 4% for the Volkswagen Golf-R. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.