2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews, Pricing & Specs

$20,125 to $22,945

Original MSRP

expert review

4.8

avg user rating

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With the Volkswagen GTI scheduled for a redesign in 2006, VW made no changes to the vehicle for the 2005 model year. It was still available in two popular trim packages. The 1.8T base model was equipped with a turbocharged 180-horsepower, 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine that was linked to a five-speed manual transmission (a five-speed automatic was optional). Kicking things up a notch was the GTI VR6, which came with a 2.8-liter six-cylinder engine that generated 200 horsepower. It was linked to a six-speed manual transmission.

Standard features included anti-lock brakes, a CD player, air conditioning, power windows, remote power door locks, power exterior mirrors, cruise control, a tilt/telescopic steering column, keyless remote entry, traction control, and an anti-theft alarm system. Options included a power sunroof, heated front seats, and a CD changer. The VR6 also came with a stability control system, which was optional on the 1.8T. Leather seats, a power sunroof, and a CD changer were among the options.

The GTI's acceleration, handling, styling, and safety features were cited as positive points by drivers. The car was also considered a good value by many drivers, who note that they received good deals on the car, especially with a redesign scheduled for the following year.

Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team

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2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI Pricing

Original MSRP

$20,125 to $22,945

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Trims & specs

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8T 2-Door FWD

Original MSRP: $20,125

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Roof

Moonroof: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI VR6 2-Door FWD

Original MSRP: $22,945