Volkswagen Group research and development costs
Research and Development costs of Volkswagen Group (Automotives division) 2011-2018
Amounts in million Euros
| Year | VW Automotives division R&D Costs (Millions) |
| 2018 | € 13,640 |
| 2017 | € 13,135 |
| 2016 | € 13,135 |
| 2015 | € 13,612 |
| 2014 | € 13,135 |
| 2013 | € 11,743 |
| 2012 | € 9,515 |
| 2011 | € 7,203 |
Total research and development costs of the Volkswagen group's automotives division increased to € 13,640 million in 2018 from € 13,135 million in 2017.
VW Annual Reporrs