2005
Volkswagen New Beetle

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$18,770
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Available trims

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  • 2dr GL Manual
    Starts at
    $16,570
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GL Auto
    Starts at
    $17,645
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS Manual
    Starts at
    $18,770
    24 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS Auto
    Starts at
    $19,845
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS TDI Manual
    Starts at
    $20,010
    38 City / 46 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Diesel I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS Turbo Manual
    Starts at
    $20,940
    25 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS TDI DSG
    Starts at
    $21,085
    36 City / 42 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Diesel I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GL Manual
    Starts at
    $21,290
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GL Auto
    Starts at
    $22,365
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS Manual
    Starts at
    $23,040
    24 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS Auto
    Starts at
    $24,115
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr GLS Turbo Manual
    Starts at
    $25,450
    25 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Dark Flint *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $25,790
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Retro styling
Gasoline or diesel powertrain
Manual or automatic
Coupe or convertible

The good & the bad

The good

Visual appeal, especially of convertible
Ride comfort
Steering response
Performance of manual-shift diesel
Resale value

The bad

Performance of 2.0-liter-powered convertible
Backseat space
Cargo space in convertible
Once innovative design now becoming dated
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
3/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles
Basic
Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
Dealer certification
100-plus point inspection
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  • 2003
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Consumer reviews

76% of drivers recommend this car
4.0 / 5
Based on 26 reviews
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Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.7
Performance 4.0
Value 3.8
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 3.9

Most recent

By Lane from Detroit, MI
Owns this car
November 3, 2023

Beautiful !

I love my VW Beetle! It's adorable and the color combination- chef's kiss. It picks up speed nicely and I find mine to be pretty reliable. It needs a little TLC if you buy it used, but it's definitely worth it. Plus, it can double as a fun summer car if you have a convertible. Buy a VW! :))
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 4.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 3.0
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By Ed C from Houston Texas
Owns this car
November 17, 2020

Most fun to drive car I have

Great car for a young driver / student. Goes fast and fun to drive. Great fuel economy about 30 mpg highway. Easy to handle and to park in small spaces.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 3.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle?

The 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Dark Flint (1 style)
  • GL (4 styles)
  • GLS (8 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle?

The 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle reliable?

The 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle has an average reliability rating of 3.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle owners.

Is the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 76.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.0 / 5
Based on 26 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.0
  • Interior: 3.7
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 3.8
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 3.9
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