2005 Volkswagen Jetta Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $3,450 | $3,525 | $3,825 | $3,850 | $3,975 | $4,175 | $4,475 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 31/Hwy 39/Comb 34 MPG | City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | City 30/Hwy 38/Comb 33 MPG | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Diesel | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 150 @ 5900 RPM | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 100 @ 4000 RPM | 150 @ 5900 RPM | 100 @ 4000 RPM | 180 @ 5500 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | ||
| Cargo Volume | 13.00 cu ft | 16.00 cu ft | 13.00 cu ft | 13.00 cu ft | 16.00 cu ft | 16.00 cu ft | 13.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | ||
| Torque | 122 lb-ft | 170 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 177 lb-ft | 170 lb-ft | 177 lb-ft | 173 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| 0 - 60 | 10.6 seconds | N/A | 10.7 seconds | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency & Security Services | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Traction Control | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Not Available |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 170 @ 5900 RPM | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 177 @ 4000 RPM | 170 @ 5900 RPM | 177 @ 4000 RPM | 173 @ 5500 RPM | ||
| 0 to 60 | 10.6 seconds | Not Available | 10.7 seconds | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 130 mph | 118 mph | Not Available | 130 mph | Not Available | 130 mph |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Regular | Diesel | Premium | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Automatic | Automatic | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2895 pounds | 3230 pounds | 2934 pounds | 3003 pounds | 3230 pounds | 3197 pounds | 3106 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 38.6 inches | 38.5 inches | 37.4 inches | 37.4 inches | 38.5 inches | 38.5 inches | 37.4 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.5 inches | 41.2 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.2 inches | 41.2 inches | 41.5 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.2 inches | 5.4 inches | 5.2 inches | 5.2 inches | 5.4 inches | 5.4 inches | Not Available | ||
| Overall Length | 172.3 inches | 179.3 inches | 172.3 inches | 172.3 inches | 179.3 inches | 179.3 inches | 172.3 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.7 inches | 54.8 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 54.8 inches | 54.8 inches | 53.7 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 98.9 inches | 101.5 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 101.5 inches | 101.5 inches | 98.9 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.3 inches | 69.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 69.3 inches | 69.3 inches | 68.3 inches |
FAQs
Is the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2005 Jetta ranges in power from the GLS TDI Sedan 4D with 100 horsepower to the GLI Sedan 4D with 180 horsepower.
How fast is the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2005 Jetta ranges in power from the GLS TDI Sedan 4D with 100 horsepower to the GLI Sedan 4D with 180 horsepower.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Jettas?
The 2005 Volkswagen Jetta comes in 7 different trims, ranging from the GL Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $3,450.00 to the GLI Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $4,475.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2005 Jetta specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Jetta 2005 have?
2005 Volkswagen Jetta features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors.
All 2005 Volkswagen Jetta Trims and Styles
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