Cost of Ownership
Volkswagen Cost of Ownership
The average estimated 5-year cost to own a Volkswagen is $38,628, across 2 models (avg. new price $27,200). Ownership cost is the sum of depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, and loan interest.
Brand average
5-Year Cost Breakdown
$38,628Total cost for 5 years
| Cost | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Depreciation | $14,218 | 37% |
| Fuel | $10,000 | 26% |
| Insurance | $6,875 | 18% |
| Interest | $4,535 | 12% |
| Maintenance | $3,000 | 8% |
By model
Volkswagen Models — 5-Year Cost to Own
| Model | New Price | 5-Year Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Jetta (2026) | $23,500 | $35,118 |
| Volkswagen Tiguan (2026) | $30,900 | $42,138 |
How We Calculate Cost of Ownership
CarMatch estimates five-year cost to own by modeling each major expense a Volkswagen owner faces over five years and ~75,000 miles, then summing them. Figures are independent estimates from our own model — no dealer pays to influence them — and are refined as verified valuation and cost data come online.
What’s Included?
- Depreciation
- The value the vehicle sheds over five years — usually the single largest ownership cost.
- Insurance
- Estimated full-coverage premiums over five years; your rate varies by driver, location, and coverage.
- Fuel
- Energy cost to drive roughly 15,000 miles a year for five years, based on the powertrain.
- Maintenance & Repairs
- Routine service, wear items, and out-of-warranty repairs over the first five years.
- Loan Interest
- Finance charges on a typical 60-month loan at current average APRs.
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Value rating
Volkswagen CarMatch Value Rating
Our unbiased read on how Volkswagen’s lineup balances five-year cost to own against price. See the Value Rankings.