Model year guide

2005 Volkswagen GTI

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Volkswagen GTI is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

2005 Volkswagen GTI — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Volkswagen GTI at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$3,367

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2005 Volkswagen GTI recalls 1

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #07V063000 · 20/02/2007

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED IN SEVERAL STAGGERED MAILINGS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 21, 2007. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL O…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2005 Volkswagen GTI MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,350

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2005 Volkswagen GTI worth?

Low
$2,300
Typical price
$3,367
High
$4,400

From 12 comparable 2005 Volkswagen GTI listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Volkswagen GTI costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,250
Total$18,000
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,367) with the same model 4 model-years older ($2,367), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Volkswagen GTI trims & engines on record

Trims
1.8T
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 180 hp

2005 Volkswagen GTI vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen GTI model years

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2005 Volkswagen GTI — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Volkswagen GTI have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2005 Volkswagen GTI. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Volkswagen GTI get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Volkswagen GTI at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2005 Volkswagen GTI worth?

Comparable 2005 Volkswagen GTI listings run roughly $2,300–$4,400, typically around $3,367 (from 12 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.