2005 Volkswagen Golf
| MSRP: | $15,830 - $19,580 |
| Invoice: | $14,824 - $18,287 |
| Total: | 33 reviews |
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| Excellent | 20 reviews | |
| Very Good | 11 reviews | |
| Average | 1 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
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CarGurus' Review
Volkswagen made no changes to its venerable Golf hatchback for 2005, in anticipation of a completely redesigned vehicle due the following year. Two basic trim packages were still available. The Golf GL came in either a two-door or a four-door version. The two-door Golf was available with only a 115-hp, 2.0-liter 4-cylinder gas engine, while the four-door version was available with either the 4-cylinder gas engine or a 100-hp, 1.9-liter diesel engine with the TDI (turbo direct injection) feature.
The four-door, higher-end Golf GLS was available with the same two engines. A five-speed manual transmission was standard equipment across the line. A five-speed manual transmission was standard across the line. A four-speed automatic transmission was optional with the gas-engine Golfs, while a five-speed automatic was optional with the TDI diesels.
Standard features for the GL package included air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, front and side airbags for the driver and passenger, anti-lock brakes, a tilt/telescoping steering column, an anti-theft alarm system, a keyless entry system, cruise control, and a stereo system with a CD player. The GLS added a power sunroof, among other features. Stability control is optional across the line.
Drivers gave positive marks to the Golf's build quality, acceleration, handling, safety features, and smooth-shifting manual transmission. Gas mileage, though, was noted by some drivers as not being as good as expected.
Reviews you can trust
| Excellent | 20 reviews | |
| Very Good | 11 reviews | |
| Average | 1 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
“Solid Golf Gives A Kick”
Very solid feel, with doors that sounds like they were taken off a vault. Performance and economy is sound - I average 55mpg on regular runs and can get 65mpg on motorways. As well as being safe, i... More
“Vw Golf Gt Tdi”
This was my next car, beauty on wheels. The power behind this beauty was unbelieveably fast. Handling was good and the appearance was sporty...with a few mods here and there. I can tell u that i've... More
“Would Definatly Have Another One But Might Try Petrol Gti ”
makes you drive like a twat lol . handles brilliantly, pulls like a donkey on red bull, yet still returns between 45 - 60 per gallon it will sit at 100mph in sixth all day long. build quality slight... More
“Reliable An Cool”
golf is a decent car is comfortable and spacous its a car fr all the family from the new to driving to you grandparents, everyone will enjoy this car. plus its small on the outside and look pretty coo... More
“Classy”
the suspension in this car is McPherson and a Torsion beam at the rear.... Geely always makes good cars the engine and the Gear box is from Daihatsue powerful gear box for a hatch Back car Goood car f... More
“Good, Sensible Every Day Transport.”
Does exactly what it says on the tin... Starts, stops, not too bad to drive and is reasonably classless - a Golf! It's never going to set your hair on fire, but then when the kids drop muddy boot... More
“2005 Golf 1.6 Fsi Sport”
Average acceleration but smooth and quiet when up to speed. Very fluid steering with excellent composure and roadholding. Superb build quality with functional hard wearing interior. Excellent fuel eco... More
“Looove Her - Decided To Keep Her And Maintain Even After She's Paid For :)”
Test drove the car; when the turbo kicked in in second-gear and we felt the car propel, we were pretty much sold. Love the fuel efficiency of the diesel; dunno whether we'll ever go back to petrol aga... More
“I Own A Golf, Just Like The Rest Of The World.”
It's a golf so you can't complain about the way it looks, very inoffensive. I've actually have the 2.0 SDI but that wasn't in the trim list, it's only got the models that were released in the states. ... More
“Golf Mk5's Are The Future”
This has to be the best hatch back on the market. The build is solid, cheap to run, performance is not at all bad and the drive is comfy. Its stunning looking as standard but as you can see when you d... More
2005 Volkswagen Golf Trims
| MSRP: | Not Listed |
| Invoice: | Not Listed |
| MSRP: | $17,450 |
| Invoice: | $16,321 |
| MSRP: | $16,030 |
| Invoice: | $15,009 |
| MSRP: | $15,830 |
| Invoice: | $14,824 |
| MSRP: | $19,580 |
| Invoice: | $18,287 |
| MSRP: | $18,390 |
| Invoice: | $17,189 |
| MSRP: | Not Listed |
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2005 Volkswagen Golf Articles from Around the Web
- carsurvey.org — Not a hint of the former German glory... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2005 Volkswagen Golf... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2005 Volkswagen Golf... More
- www.edmunds.com — I have had my Golf for over a month now and am impressed. (17 more reviews available)... More
- www.edmunds.com — With an all-new Golf on the way next year, there are no major changes for the current model. More
- autos.msn.com — The best car I have ever owned or will own in my lifetime! (16 more reviews on MSN Autos). More
- www.fueleconomy.gov — http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/20801.shtml More
- autos.yahoo.com — http://autos.yahoo.com/usedcars/reviews/article/?id=2253 More
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