2005 Volkswagen Golf Review

Name: 2005 Volkswagen Golf Review
Brand: Volkswagen
Price: 1881 USD
Rating: 4.7 (33 reviews)

Price Estimate: $1,881 - $3,131

2000 Volkswagen Golf 4 Dr GLS Turbo Hatchback

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Hatchback
Diesel

Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Long list of standard features, high-quality cabin materials, utility of hatchback design, fuel-efficient diesel engine, fun to drive.

Cons

More expensive than its peers, mediocre performance of base four-cylinder, some controls difficult to use.

What’s new

With an all-new Golf on the way next year, there are no major changes for the current model.

Edmunds says

Though pricier than the average economy car, the 2005 Volkswagen Golf offers far more amenities, refined driving dynamics and a very fuel-efficient diesel option, all of which make it an attractive hatchback.

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2005 Volkswagen Golf
GL 4dr Hatchback
$6,995
- 90,060 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- Carson Cars Inc (1,169 mi away)
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Lynnwood, WA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 9BWFL61J454031592
Stock: 031592
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-10-2025
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2005 Volkswagen Golf
GLS 4dr Hatchback
$5,988
- 109,782 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG, Manual
- BACHETTIS AUTO SALES (1,222 mi away)
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Alarm
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
Close
Located in Sheffield, MA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 9BWGL61J554022999
Stock: 022999
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-20-2025

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Cost to Drive

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$163/mo

$164/mo

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Volkswagen Golf Owner Reviews

4.7

33 reviews

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4(21%)

3(6%)

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Love this car!

lizzieinmd, 12/07/2013

2005 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)

I bought my 2005 Golf TDI brand new in February 2005. I love the fuel mileage - average of 46-48 mpg and I don't visit the gas station very often. It is a really fun car to drive with what feels like lots of power due to the torque. It is, however, expensive to maintain and not always easy to find a good local VW mechanic. VW dealer service always seems to be sub par (I have been to 3 …

Great engine/Gearbox shonkybuild quality

De Spear, 10/26/2010

2005 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A)

The engine is great and mates wonderfully to the DSG The car has plenty of torque and is responsive I am very disappointed with the quality of the materials used Car dealer service is very expensive. http://ontargetreviews.blogspot.com/2010/09/2005-vw-golf-tdi-20-comfortline.html

Too many problems

Karen Marie, 02/26/2015

2005 Volkswagen Golf GLS 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Bought Golf GLS M/T new Jan/2006. Had a great run for the first few years. It handles great, is a lot of fun to drive and looks good. But, once it was out of warranty, the problems started. At about 44,000 miles/7 yrs., the master cylinder (brakes) needed to be replaced, and rotors. Internal engine oil leak - new transmission needed before 50,000 miles. Hood latch broke 2x. Strange …

Good for the long haul.

scvcampdavis, 12/26/2007

2005 Volkswagen Golf GL TDI 4dr Hatchback (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)

I drive about 115 miles round trip to work. All I have ever done is change the oil (about every 12-15k miles), replace a couple head lights, and change the tires. My car has yet to need brakes or any major repair. The perfect stylish, fun to drive, daily commuter!

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2005 Golf Highlights

Type:

Hatchback

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$15,830
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	24 MPG
Cost to Drive	$163/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	18 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Golf include:

Alarm

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

2005 Volkswagen Golf Review

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