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Volkswagen GTI holds its value better — 42% five-year retention against 38% for the Volkswagen CC. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Volkswagen GTI comes out ahead, holding about 42% of its value versus 38% for the Volkswagen CC. Over the first five years the Volkswagen GTI loses roughly $10,203 while the Volkswagen CC loses about $13,214 — a gap near $3,011.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Volkswagen GTI sheds about 15% in year one versus 29% for the Volkswagen CC. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.