Overview & Reviews

A completely redesigned Jetta sedan has arrived as a midyear replacement, but some versions of the previous version are still available. The GLI VR6 version of the old model was dropped from the lineup, while the GLI 1.8T added an automatic transmission to the options list.

Read our Volkswagen Jetta TDI Long-Term 20,000-Mile Test

• Powerful turbo engines, fuel-efficient TDI power plant, fun to drive, comfortable ride, rich interior materials, loads of standard safety features, excellent crash test scores, solid build quality. Cons

• Tight rear-seat legroom and weak base four-cylinder on old model, somewhat bland styling on new Jetta.

User Reviews:

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  Good basic car but - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Sam - March 18 - 3:43 pm

  Love the sound system Monsoon. Good ride and mileage. Paint job is suspect. I have many chips on front of car and have never experienced this with any cars dating back many years. Especially concerning since previous cars were subjected to gravel roads and this has never been on gravel or dirt roads. Transmission problems necessitated valve replacement which was covered under warranty.

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  I Love My Jetta - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Michael - March 12 - 5:33 am

  I love my Jetta. Is my second Jetta, I have a 2005 GLI for my boyfriend to drive. I fell in love with the Jetta. The had to have one myself. I love the new style and feel of the interior. I have found myself finding excuses to get in the car and and drive to be driving it.

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  My Jetta - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Samantha - March 6 - 4:16 am

  Over all I love my New Jetta. It drives great with lots of pick-up. I have fun driving it. the interior is awesome and it makes driving at night fun with the red and blue vw lights.

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  Great Car - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Nick R - February 27 - 10:33 pm

  We love this car. Acquired as a lease and will buy it at the end of lease. Havent had any problems with this car and its great to drive around in.

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  Love it... - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By mtbikercs18 - February 5 - 9:00 pm

  The new jetta is such a great car... I just traded in a 2001 1.8t Beatle for it. And i LOVED that car as well. The new style takes a little getting uesd to but the interior is sooo worth it. Over all i give ths car a 9.2... i love it....

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  Jetta GLI - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Robert - January 26 - 11:20 am

  I purchased my car used with 31,000 miles. Kudos to VW for adding the 6-seepd tranny, larger brakes, stiffer springs, body kit and Recaro seats! This Jetta is definitely worthy of the GLI badge. The suspension is on the firm side, but its great fun to drive. It is very comfortable on my commutes. As a previous reviewer also mentioned, the front lip hangs fairly low, so you need to exercise caution when parking or when going up ramps. I love the car so far.

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  Great Little Car - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By JET-7 - January 14 - 7:13 am

  Just purchased a dark blue 2006 Jetta 2.5 loaded with leather, sunroof, heated seats, rain sensing wipers, etc w/ 27k miles. Great little car, classy and clean looking with a lot of pickup and go. Very fun car to drive. Compared with used Camry, Fusion, and Malibu - definitely the nicest quality and drive of all, followed by the Fusion. Also looked at the new Passat, but found that the drive wasnt nearly as fun as the Passat and the dash layout was a little too complicated for my tastes. The Jetta is just right...

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  big improvement - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By athanx4 - January 1 - 12:16 pm

  I was surprised at the quiet ride and the suspension absorbs bumps with no problem. Best steering feel Ive experienced--just the right road feel.

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  My Third Jetta - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By bonnie - December 16 - 9:46 pm

  I just traded in my Jetta for the new 2005 Jetta. I love this car! I have owned a 2000 TDI and a 2005 Jetta. What an upgrade from the previous vehicles.

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  What now - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By crr - November 15 - 6:43 pm

  This is a comfortable, efficient car. I have had no problems at all. It drives great, is comfortable and sporty. I have heated leather seats a sunroof and a great sound system. I also get about 32 mpg. My only concern is finding a 4 wheel drive car that will live up to the Jetta.