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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  A decade Plus and still tickin - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By R. Lee - March 6 - 5:12 am

  This VW was the first year for the redesign. The engine in my opinion sounds great. Reporters have stated it "sounded rough". Nonsense! The engine and exhaust were designed by Lamborghini designers for that very reason. The transmission performs very well and can be shifted manually. The ride is somewhat Sports Sedan-ish and it handles almost like one. Very competent on the road, straight or twisting. It inspires confidence. Overall, the car is a winner in my opinion. (Many years ago, I used to race cars and am familiar with those characteristics that make a car road worthy and "fun to drive), this car fills that bill to a tee. ENJOY!!!

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  Great Car - More People Should Know Abou - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Ed Ansel - January 13 - 10:06 am

  This is a great car. With fuel cost going so high I was thinking of a hybrid but didnt like the Toyota Prius or Honda Insight. Stopped by VW almost as an afterthought and so glad I did. Getting 38 MPG in town and 44 on highway. Typical German built car. Details are not left to chance.

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  3rd jetta - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By doc - December 16 - 3:20 am

  my third. had a gen 3 and 4. traded the 4 for the gen 5. wanna turbo it later. a little on the slow side for me. but it keeps up with normal cars. sounds system would rock if my door panels didnt rattle with it hahah. only problom i have seen. love the car.

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  Awesome Car - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Max - December 7 - 9:10 pm

  This car is great. It has every feature imaginable. For around 25 thousand, you can get an amazing car, around 10 times better than any Nissan. Safety is good. It has 8 airbags, which are depowered and they turn off if very light people are sitting in the front seats. Reinforced metal bars in the doors. Fast and you do not feel the gears changing. GREAATTT CAR!!!!

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  Insane - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Sacalait - December 3 - 11:36 pm

  I would have never imagined so much from a diesel. At 3,000 rpm’s I was doing 90 mph getting 42 mpg with plenty of pedal left! That’s just insane. This car is great for anyone commuting daily more than 25 miles, its fun, safe, and economical.

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  Love my Jetta 2005.5! - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Linda - November 20 - 12:13 pm

  I have had my 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 for six months, it is always ready to go when I am. It is very confortable and very responsive on the highway.

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  ggggrrrrrrrreat - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By tony touch - October 25 - 3:10 am

  the best car ive ever owned. pure precision, in every way.

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  Great Car - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Doug - October 6 - 6:30 pm

  My 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI is lots of fun to drive, especially past all of the fueling stations. I have averaged 43.5 mpg since I purchased my car. My high hileage is 52.5 low mileage is 38.6. This car has a solid build and feels safe at any speed.

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  Yes, Almost Grown UP - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Mary - September 27 - 7:03 am

  I have owned VWs for the past 36 years (Bug, Rabbit, Jetta, Passats, 11 all told) and the NEW 2.5l, 5 cyclinder is the most fun yet. Had the GLX-Jetta five years previously and the 2.5 has many more accutrements and handles better.

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  Best car on the Road by far - 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Volkswagen Dream - September 26 - 12:16 am

  Ii love my Jetta GLI I wouldnt go with anything else. The handling and the looks of this car is worth every bit of the price tag. The new GLI 05 1/2 will be even better but I just love the look of the 05.