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Shoppers who buy a Volkswagen Golf are often happy with purchase. For over a decade, the Golf has been one of the leaders of the Volkswagen brand. This has always been a meaningful car, and the 2005 model is no different. A hatchback for everyone in the household is what the Volkswagen Golf delivers.

Performance

The restyled Golf GLS is equipped with a Volkswagen 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 8 valves. The engine is paired with a Volkswagen 5-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Volkswagen.

The 2005 Golf’s normal fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection (MFI) style of design. The fuel tank holds 14.50 gallons.

The Golf uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Golf GLS Statistics

The dimensions of the Golf GLS are 68.30 inches wide by 164.90 inches long. It sits a comfortable 56.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 98.90 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $15,830 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $14,824. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Hatchback.

The standard warranty period for the Golf is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the hatchback market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2005 Golf gets 30 - 31 miles/gallon on the highway and only 24 in the city. This is average for a hatchback car.

In Summary

The 2004 model began the promise of the Volkswagen Golf. The 2005 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Volkswagen hopes that the Golf GLS will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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