2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $17,900 -$22,460
- Invoice: $17,049 -$21,195
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta. See if the 2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | Base |
| Arrival Date: | 06/09/2005 |
| Engine: | dohc I5 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 6-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 20,390 |
| Price as Tested: | 26,740 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 6393 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 6615 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 222 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 9.63 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 23.05 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Package 2 (Power Sunroof, Upgraded Sound System, Alloy Wheels w/Wheel Locks, Leather Upholstery, 12-Way Power Front Seats w/Power Lumbar Adjustment, Driver-Seat Memory, Leather-Wrapped Steering-Wheel w/Radio Controls, Wood Interior Trim, Satellite Radio, Universal Garage-Door Opener, Rear Sunshade), 6-Speed Automatic Tiptronic Transmission
From the Back Seat
Rick Cotta
Despite advances in power, room, and control placement, I was a bit disappointed with this car. It's not the tidy, frisky, quality-built bargain I've long associated with the model name. It's really more of a family sedan that's priced up there with higher-powered V6 Japanese rivals. The best "Jetta" is now a Mazda 3.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | Base |
| Arrival Date: | 03/28/2005 |
| Engine: | dohc I5 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 6-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 20,390 |
| Price as Tested: | 22,080 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 2445 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 5248 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 2803 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 21.309 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 23.46 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Pkg 1 (Sunroof, 16-inch Alloy Wheels, Premium SOund System), 6-speed Tiptronic(R)Automatic Transmission
From the Back Seat
Chuck Giametta
This seems a strong nominee for 2006 BB or Rec. Proponents must come to terms with the pricing, however. Base prices are outstanding, given the level of equipment and character of the design and engineering. But with Pkg 2 and 6AT, a Base is indeed around $27,000. That's V6 Accord, Camry, even Sonata territory.
Kirk Bell
At $24K for our tester, I think I'd consider an Accord, Camry or Mazda6. Still, this is a very nice car. I'm interested to test the V6 but afraid of its price.
Mark Bilek
Make no mistake the new Jetta is a wonderful car, but VW needs a marketplace reality check. $24,000? I am sorry, but a similarly equipped Corolla can be had for under $18,000 and a Kia Spectra for $16,000. I'd like to see VW put a more refined engine under the hood, take about $4,000 off the sticker price, and then you'd see it in my driveway.
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