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2005 Highlights

A completely redesigned Jetta sedan has arrived as a midyear replacement, but some versions of the previous version are still available. The GLI VR6 version of the old model was dropped from the lineup, while the GLI 1.8T added an automatic transmission to the options list.

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Pros

  • Powerful turbo engines, fuel-efficient TDI power plant, fun to drive, comfortable ride, rich interior materials, loads of standard safety features, excellent crash test scores, solid build quality. Cons

Cons

  • Tight rear-seat legroom and weak base four-cylinder on old model, somewhat bland styling on new Jetta.
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Volkswagen Jetta 2005 GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A) Reflex Silver Metallic Gray61,188 miles
Used 2005Volkswagen JettaGL
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*** A CARFAX CERTIFIED *** ONE OWNER *** 2005 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA *** SUPER LOW ORIGINAL MILES *** SILVER ON GRAY INTERIOR *** COVERED BY A NATIONWIDE POWER TRAIN WARRANTY FOR 3 MONTHS *** AUTOMATIC *** LOADED WITH OPTIONS *** FULLY DETAILED *** SERVICED AND *** VIRGINIA STATE INSPECTED. *** WE BUY CARS *** TRADE-INS WELCOME *** *** WE ARE *** 1ST CHOICE AUTO SALES *** OPEN 10:00AM TO 7:30PM, LOCATED IN FAIRFAX CITY (ON ROUTE 50, BETWEEN TOWN AND COUNTRY ANIMAL HOSPITAL AND THE CASH STORE) AT 9772 LEE HWY.(AKA. FAIRFAX BLVD/ROUTE 50) FAIRFAX VA, 22031. METRO/AIRPORT PICK-UP. *** VIEW MORE PICTURES AT *** WWW.1STCHOICEAUTOSALES.CO *** 703-273-9310 ***

Volkswagen Jetta 2005 GLS TDI 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A) Reflex Silver Metallic Gray151,427 miles
Used 2005Volkswagen JettaGLS TDI
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Volkswagen Jetta 2005 164,750 miles
Used 2005Volkswagen Jetta2.5
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Features & Specs

GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
MPG242424
Seating555
Transmission4-speed automatic4-speed automatic5-speed manual
Fuelgasgasgas
Horsepower115 hp @ 5200 rpm115 hp @ 5200 rpm115 hp @ 5200 rpm
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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    Driver5/5
    Passenger5/5

  • Side Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated

  • Side Barrier Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    Driver4/5
    Passenger4/5

  • Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings

    Front SeatNot Rated
    Back SeatNot Rated

  • Rollover

    RolloverNot Rated
    Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
    Risk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
  • Side Impact Test
    Not Tested
  • Roof Strength Test
    Not Tested
  • Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
    Not Tested
  • IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
    Not Tested
  • Moderate Overlap Front Test
    G
    Good

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Never again!!!
I have had my 2005 2.5L for 3 years now. I have had to replace the timing chain and tensioners once already. 4 months later I had to replace the tensioners again. Thank god my Husband works on VW's cause if you take it to a VW dealer to get fixed your looking at a $2,500 job and that's on the low side. Now my car has an intermittent starting problem which after days and days of research I see that this has been a big problem for this car and several other VW car's. I have talked to a VW mechanic from a local VW dealer and he has said to get rid of the car, especially the 2.5L. He has been a VW mechanic for 35 years. Needless to say. I will never buy a VW again.
Very disappointed
My 2005 Jetta has 87000 miles, is serviced regularly, but now I have to get a new car. The timing chain, gears, spark plugs, and coil pack supposedly all went out last week and to fix it would be $3700 according to the dealership. While I have loved the design and the drive, it just isn't worth it. The worst part is they only offered me $1500 for a trade in. Why would I want another VW if that is all they think it is worth? I'll be getting a Toyota this weekend.
Jetta GLI
I purchased my car used with 31,000 miles. Kudos to VW for adding the 6-seepd tranny, larger brakes, stiffer springs, body kit and Recaro seats! This Jetta is definitely worthy of the GLI badge. The suspension is on the firm side, but it's great fun to drive. It is very comfortable on my commutes. As a previous reviewer also mentioned, the front lip hangs fairly low, so you need to exercise caution when parking or when going up ramps. I love the car so far.
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    Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta Overview

    The Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is offered in the following submodels: Diesel, Sedan, Wagon. Available styles include GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A), GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A), GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M), GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M), GLS 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A), GL 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A), GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A), New TDI 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 6AM), GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A), GL 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M), New 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A), New TDI 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M), New 2.5 PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A), GLI 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A), GLS TDI 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M), GLS TDI 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A), GL PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A), GLS 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M), New 2.5 PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 5M), New 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 5M), GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M), New Value Edition PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 5M), GLS TDI 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A), New Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 5M), New Value Edition PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A), GLI 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6M), GL PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M), GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M), New Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A), GLS TDI 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M), GL TDI 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M), and GL TDI 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A). Pre-owned Volkswagen Jetta models are available with a 2.0 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 115 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual. The Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.

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    • The Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL is priced between $5,994 and $5,994 with odometer readings between 61188 and 61188 miles.
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    • The Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta TDI is priced between $5,995 and $5,995 with odometer readings between 160283 and 160283 miles.
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    2005 Volkswagen Jetta Gas Mileage

    2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A), 4-speed automatic, regular unleaded
    24 compined MPG,
    21 city MPG/28 highway MPG

    2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A), 4-speed automatic, regular unleaded
    24 compined MPG,
    21 city MPG/28 highway MPG

    2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M), 5-speed manual, regular unleaded
    24 compined MPG,
    21 city MPG/28 highway MPG

    EPA Est. MPG24
    Transmission4-speed automatic
    Drive Trainfront wheel drive
    Displacement2.0 L
    Passenger Volume98 cu.ft.
    Wheelbase98.9 in.
    Length172.3 in.
    Width68.3 in.
    Height56.7 in.
    Curb Weight2986 lbs.