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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Jetta

Sedan

Wagon

	1 of 7 Jetta (New) Value Ed Sedan 4D	2 of 7 Jetta (New) 2.5 Sedan 4D	3 of 7 Jetta GL Sedan 4D	4 of 7 Jetta GLS Sedan 4D	5 of 7 Jetta GLI Sedan 4D	6 of 7 Jetta GLS TDI Sedan 4D	7 of 7 Jetta (New) TDI Sedan 4D
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Fair Market Price	$2,886	$3,462	$3,674	$3,900	$4,121	$4,426	$4,441
Fuel Economy	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG	City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG	City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG	City 31/Hwy 39/Comb 34 MPG	City 30/Hwy 38/Comb 33 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Diesel	Diesel
Horsepower	150 @ 5900 RPM	150 @ 5900 RPM	115 @ 5400 RPM	115 @ 5400 RPM	180 @ 5500 RPM	100 @ 4000 RPM	100 @ 4000 RPM
Engine	5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel	4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel
Cargo Volume	16.00 cu ft	16.00 cu ft	13.00 cu ft	13.00 cu ft	13.00 cu ft	13.00 cu ft	16.00 cu ft
Cylinders	5	5	4	4	4	4	4
Torque	170 lb-ft	170 lb-ft	122 lb-ft	122 lb-ft	173 lb-ft	177 lb-ft	177 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	N/A	N/A	10.6 seconds	10.7 seconds	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	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard

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

Torque	170 @ 5900 RPM	170 @ 5900 RPM	122 @ 5400 RPM	122 @ 5400 RPM	173 @ 5500 RPM	177 @ 4000 RPM	177 @ 4000 RPM
0 to 60	Not Available	Not Available	10.6 seconds	10.7 seconds	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available
Top Speed	130 mph	130 mph	118 mph	118 mph	130 mph	Not Available	Not Available

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	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Optional
	Rear Spoiler	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Premium	Diesel	Diesel
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Manual	Manual	Automatic

Curb Weight	3230 pounds	3230 pounds	2895 pounds	2934 pounds	3106 pounds	3003 pounds	3197 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	38.5 inches	38.5 inches	38.6 inches	37.4 inches	37.4 inches	37.4 inches	38.5 inches
Front Leg Room	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.2 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	5.4 inches	5.4 inches	5.2 inches	5.2 inches	Not Available	5.2 inches	5.4 inches
Overall Length	179.3 inches	179.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	179.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room	54.8 inches	54.8 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	54.8 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	101.5 inches	101.5 inches	98.9 inches	98.9 inches	98.9 inches	98.9 inches	101.5 inches
Width with mirrors	69.3 inches	69.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	69.3 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. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Jetta specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.

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. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Jetta specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Jettas?

The 2005 Volkswagen Jetta comes in 7 different trims, ranging from the Value Ed Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,886.00 to the TDI Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $4,441.00. 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. For a full list of All 2005 Jetta trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.