Used 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Overview
2005 Volkswagen Passat Pricing
2005 Volkswagen Passat pricing starts at $2,396 for the Passat GL Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $23,760 when new. The range-topping 2005 Passat GLX 4Motion Wagon 4D starts at $3,139 today, originally priced from $34,190.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$23,760 | $2,396 | |||
$23,935 | $3,923 | |||
$24,760 | $2,378 | |||
$24,935 | $3,908 | |||
$26,030 | $3,151 | |||
$26,235 | $4,210 | |||
$27,030 | $2,558 | |||
$27,235 | $4,605 | |||
$27,780 | $3,031 | |||
$28,780 | $2,802 | |||
$31,440 | $3,027 | |||
$32,440 | $2,980 | |||
$33,190 | $3,069 | |||
$34,190 | $3,139 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Volkswagen Passat models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Passat Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Volkswagen Passat (2001-2005) a 3.9 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 74% recommend it. These figures are based on 829 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Volkswagen Passat
"Great performing & handling sporty car."
"Reason we bought this car new was great handling and safe German car that is basically a VW body and pricing on an Audi chassis and engine. Great value and high performance with excellent sporty turning especially using Tip Tronic transmission with front wheel drive."
"Passat TDI B4 wagon is amazing!"
"There are not many German engineered vehicles like the Volkswagen Passat TDI sedan and wagon. They have best heated seats. The blue and pink diode gauges are a nice added touch to the interior. I wish that VW had this car in a GLX that would offer the automatic Climatronic and the rain sensor, auto dimming interior mirror, pwr. seats and last but not least the pwr. folding mirrors. The B4 passat wagon is hands down the best built and reliable Passat on the market. I would highly recommend this vehicle."
"Excellent"
"This car has had a bad rap with sludge issues but that is for the careless owner. I have had mine since new, 120,000 mi, 7 years, and the factory battery is still in it. Superb family car, still very tight after all this time and very safe. The ONLY complaint anyone might have is that the preventitive maintenance at 100k is very expensive, timing belt, water pump etc need to be done and it is VERY important, this takes over 7hrs and costs north of a grand. Small price to pay, this car owes me nothing!"
Overall 2005 Volkswagen Passat Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Volkswagen Passat is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Volkswagen Passat quality a 4.1 out of 5.
2005 Volkswagen Passat Reliability
The 2005 Volkswagen Passat receives an average consumer rating of 3.9 overall and a 3.9 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2005 Passat Features
According to drivers of the 2005 Passat, here are some of its best features:
- Great value, performance, fun to drive, handling
- Solid German driving dynamics! DAS AUTO! Torque!
- Fun to drive, heated seats are best
- Affordable, comfortable, reliable, practical
- Very comfortable ride, super quiet too.
2005 Volkswagen Passat MPG by Trim
2005 Passat GL Wagon 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
2005 Passat GL Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
2005 Passat GLS Wagon 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
2005 Passat GLS 4Motion Wagon 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2005 Passat GLX Wagon 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 25 MPG
2005 Passat GLX Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 25 MPG
2005 Passat GLS 4Motion Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2005 Passat GLX 4Motion Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
2005 Passat GLX 4Motion Wagon 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
2005 Passat GLS Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
2005 Passat GL TDI Wagon 4D - city 23 MPG - hwy 34 MPG
2005 Passat GL TDI Sedan 4D - city 23 MPG - hwy 34 MPG
2005 Passat GLS TDI Sedan 4D - city 23 MPG - hwy 34 MPG
2005 Passat GLS TDI Wagon 4D - city 23 MPG - hwy 34 MPG
2005 Passat Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2005 Volkswagen Passat front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.
2005 Volkswagen Passat Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Traction Control
- Emergency & Security Services
- Front Side Airbag
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Depreciation
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | $36 | $2,111 | $602 | ||
2023 | $101 | $2,010 | $531 | ||
2024 | $76 | $1,934 | $433 | ||
Now | $169 | $1,765 | $388 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2005 Volkswagen Passat Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3424 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 93.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 37.8 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.5 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.8 inches | ||
Overall Length | 184.3 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.8 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 56.5 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 106.4 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 68.7 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 19 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 28 mpg | ||
Combined | 22 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium |
Performance
Horsepower | 170 @ 5500 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 166 @ 1950 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 8.1 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 130 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 12 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
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Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2005 Volkswagen Passat |  Used 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser |  Used 2005 Suzuki Forenza | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,378 | $2,302 | $2,332 | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.9 | 4.0 | 3.3 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 170 @ 5500 RPM | 150 @ 5100 RPM | 127 @ 5600 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
2005 Volkswagen Passat Rankings
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