IIHS Crash Test
MPG (up to)
22 City / 29 HWY
Horsepower
180 -200
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle ANNA E
You have to make sure to only use synthetic oil when doing an oil change.
Very dependable vehicle. The only serious problems that I have ever experienced with my GTI are problems that I caused (dings and scrapes). I love my leather interior and roomy backseat. My speakers have always been a little on the low end side though (stock)
accountCircle Corey W
It's fun to drive and handles well. If you enjoy driving, would be a good choice.
Fun to drive. Peppy little car. Handles well. Fuel mileage could be better and repairs can be pricey.

Volkswagen GTI Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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1.8T
180 HP 26-26 MPG 5 Seats
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VR6
200 HP 26-26 MPG 5 Seats
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2005 Volkswagen GTI Owner Reviews

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accountCircle ANNA E on April 17, 2020
You have to make sure to only use synthetic oil when doing an oil change.
Very dependable vehicle. The only serious problems that I have ever experienced with my GTI are problems that I caused (dings and scrapes). I love my leather interior and roomy backseat. My speakers have always been a little on the low end side though (stock)
accountCircle Corey W on April 11, 2019
It's fun to drive and handles well. If you enjoy driving, would be a good choice.
Fun to drive. Peppy little car. Handles well. Fuel mileage could be better and repairs can be pricey.

Ranks #10 Small Cars by Owners

The 2005 Volkswagen GTI has an average owner rating of 4.12 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 22 other Small Cars.

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4.67
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4.56
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4

Ranks #10 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Volkswagen GTI has a combined MPG of 34 which ranks it #10 of 23 other Small Cars.

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42 MPG
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43 MPG
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29 MPG

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Moderate Overlap Front

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