Review, Specs, Configurations, Prices, and Interior of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta

2005 Volkswagen Jetta

MSRP: $17,680 - $24,070
4.4

Overall Rating

4.4/5

2005 VW Jetta Review

This lightweight four-door sedan from the fifth-generation, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is a top car seller in the USA in VW’s long history. It is undoubtedly the most essential since the turn of the century as it is necessary to revitalize Volkswagen’s flagging fortunes. The Jetta is the best selling model of the brand in the USA for several years. The Jetta was, in reality, the most enduring European nameplate on this side of the Atlantic, and its ongoing popularity is key to the wealth of Volkswagen, the most important market worldwide. 

A new high torque five-cylinder engine, a high-speed automatic six-speed transmission (optional), a much more spacious interior, and a high level of standards for fresher entry prices starting below USD 20,000 are the main elements for this bigger Jetta, the first of which are built for America.

While the Phaeton and the lucrative SUV game with the Touareg forays into the ultra-luxurious market, VW sales were flagging, largely as a variant of the Jetta-Golf platform was aging and overdue to be replaced. Find out more about a dollar-weak factor relative to the Euro, which led to strong competitiveness pricing problems, and it was not unexpected that VW dealers asked for an even footing. The latest Jetta gives you what you want, and the momentum of the game might very well shift in the direction of Volkswagen again. 

A commanding position, outstanding visual paths, and a good, ergonomic set of controls and equipment are welcome for a Jetta driver. The building standard inside and outside is excellent, and even the base model has an exquisite cabin of high quality. Long trips are comfortable and appropriate for the city.

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2005 VW Jetta Specs and Features

The 2005 VW Jetta Specs and Features are:

Engine2.0L
Seating5 Passengers
Power115 @ 5200 rpm
Transmission5-speed manual
MPG24 City and 31 Hwy
DrivetrainFront-wheel Drive
2005 VW Jetta Specs and Features

2005 Volkswagen Jetta Configurations

The different configurations of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta are listed below:

1. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan is $17,680.

Specs and Features: It has features of 2.0L I-4 Engine, 122 @ 2,600 rpm Torque, 5-spd man w/OD Transmission, 115 @ 5,200 rpm Horsepower, Front-wheel Drive type, Cloth Seat trim, Heated mirrors, 15″ steel Wheels, Front air conditioning, manual, AM/FM stereo, seek-scan Radio, and Keyfob (all doors) Remote keyless entry.

2. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Station Wagon

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Station Wagon is $18,680.

Specs and Features: The specs and features are almost the same as GL 4dr Sedan.

3. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta Value Edition 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta Value Edition 4dr Sedan is $17,900.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on GL. It comes with a 2.5L I-5 Engine, 170 @ 3,750 rpm Torque, 150 @ 5,000 rpm Horsepower, ABS and driveline Traction control, Premium cloth seat trim, Driver and passenger Lumbar support, and Front air conditioning, Climatic manual.

4. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0L 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0L 4dr Sedan is $19,720.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on Value Edition. It comes with a 2.0L I-4 Engine, 115 @ 5,200 rpm Horsepower, 122 @ 2,600 rpm Torque, 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass Sunroof, 15″ silver aluminum wheels, and Front air conditioning, manual.

5. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0L 4dr Station Wagon

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0L 4dr Station Wagon is $20,720.

Specs and Features: The specs and features are almost the same as GLS 2.0L 4dr Sedan.

6. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDI 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDI 4dr Sedan is $19,930.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on GLS 2.0L. It comes with a 1.9L I-4 Engine. Cloth seat trim, 15″ steel Wheels, 177 @ 1,800 rpm Torque, and 100 @ 4,000 rpm Horsepower.

7. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 4dr Sedan is $20,390.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on GL TDI. It comes with a 2.5L I-5 Engine, 170 @ 3,750 rpm Torque, 150 @ 5,000 rpm Horsepower, 16″ steel Wheels, ABS and driveline Traction control, Leatherette Seat trim, Windshield wipers – rain-sensing, Driver and passenger Lumbar support, Front air conditioning, dual-zone Climatronic automatic, Driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback Heated front seats, and AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan radio.

8. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI 4dr Sedan is $20,740.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on 2.5. It comes with a 1.9L I-4 Engine, 177 @ 1,800 rpm Torque, 100 @ 4,000 rpm Horsepower, Front air conditioning, manual, 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass Sunroof, Premium cloth seat trim, 15″ silver aluminum Wheels, and AM/FM stereo, seek-scan radio.

9. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI 4dr Station Wagon

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI 4dr Station Wagon is $21,740.

Specs and Features: The specs and features are almost the same as GLS TDI 4dr Sedan.

10. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 4dr Sedan is $21,385.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on GLS TDI. It comes with 16″ steel Wheels, Front air conditioning, dual-zone Climatronic automatic, Leatherette Seat trim, ABS and driveline Traction control, AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan Radio, Driver, and passenger lumbar support, Driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback Heated front seats, and Windshield wipers – rain-sensing.

11. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan is $22,200.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on TDI. It comes with a 1.8L I-4 Engine, 180 @ 5,500 rpm Horsepower, 15″ silver aluminum Wheels, 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass Sunroof, Front air conditioning, manual, 173 @ 1,950 rpm Torque, and AM/FM stereo, seek-scan Radio.

12. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 1.8T 4dr Sedan

Price: The MSRP of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 1.8T 4dr Sedan is $24,070.

Specs and Features: It has additional or replacing features on GLS 1.8T. It comes with a 6-spd man w/OD Transmission, 18″ silver aluminum Wheels, Driver and passenger Lumbar support, and Front Fog/driving lights.

Which Volkswagen Jetta 2005 Used Model Should I Choose?

The 2005 VW Jetta 2.5 trim is the most famous among all, which comes with 2.5L engine, ABS and driveline Traction control, 150 @ 5,000 rpm Horsepower, 170 @ 3,750 rpm Torque, 16″ steel Wheels, AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan Radio, Front air conditioning, Driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback Heated front seats, Windshield wipers, Leatherette Seat trim and Driver and passenger Lumbar support.

2005 VW Jetta Interior

In the face of a worthwhile purpose, the Volkswagen interior is read strongly by the opposition. VW’s originators do more with less expensive materials that blend basic and attractive styling with unbelievable ergonomics for incredibly accommodating cockpits. 

Our 2.5L, the six-speed automatic test car, was loaded as complete as it could in another Jetta. The leather upholstery is well fitted and stitched along forms that offer much support. Contacts such as a metal trim around a shift height, metallic instruments cluster rings, chromium door handle, a glove box lock chamber, a trunk discharge button, and the parking brake lever button will remove the eye from some monochromatic dreariness.

The lumbar power adjustment and adjustable steering section between the power seat eight-way and height-adjustable belt are required. The fully electric front driver’s seat is placed with controls on the seat pad. It can be automatically adjusted using a three-tier memory switch or the coxcomb key that can be changed for any driver (which modification can only be done with the seat).

Should I Buy Used Volkswagen Jetta 2005?

You should buy the Volkswagen Jetta 2005 as it is an economical vehicle with amazing configurations in it.

Bilal Ibrahim

Bilal Ibrahim is an automotive engineer, graduated from NED University of Engineering and Technology.