2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Review
The 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
Made in MEXICO for Volkswagen, the New Beetle for 2005 is a leader in the 4-seat CONVERTIBLE 2-DR segment. It retailed for $25,450 USD with a dealer cost of $23,710 USD.
Fuel Economy
This year's normal 1.8L L4 DOHC 20V TURBO engine weighs in at 22 - 25 miles/gallon city driving using a 14.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The New Beetle retails for $25,450 USD with a invoice price of $23,710 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $615 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The New Beetle comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3166 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
New Beetle Dimensions
The 2005 New Beetle has standard length of 161.10 inches and a width of 67.90 inches. The New Beetle rides 59.10 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 4.70 inches. Front headroom is 40.70 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the New Beetle a radius of 35.80 inches. It uses 205/55R16 tires with a wheelbase of 98.80 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Locking Differential, Traction Control. New Beetle optional equipment may include CD Changer, Front Heated Seat, High Intensity Discharge Headlights, Splash Guards, Wind Deflector for Convertibles.
Exterior color choices include Aquarius Blue with Black Soft Top, Aquarius Blue with Cream Soft Top, Aquarius Blue with Gray Soft Top, Aquarius Blue with Red Garnet Soft Top, Cyber Green Metallic with Black Soft Top, Cyber Green Metallic with Cream Soft Top, Cyber Green Metallic with Gray Soft Top, Cyber Green Metallic with Red Garnet Soft Top, Galactic Blue Pearl with Black Soft Top, Galactic Blue Pearl with Cream Soft Top, Galactic Blue Pearl with Gray Soft Top, Galactic Blue Pearl with Red Garnet Soft Top, Harvest Moon Beige with Black Soft Top, Harvest Moon Beige with Cream Soft Top, Harvest Moon Beige with Gray Soft Top, Harvest Moon Beige with Red Garnet Soft Top, Mellow Yellow with Black Soft Top, Mellow Yellow with Cream Soft Top, Mellow Yellow with Gray Soft Top, Mellow Yellow with Red Garnet Soft Top, Platinum Grey Metallic with Black Soft Top, Platinum Grey Metallic with Cream Soft Top, Platinum Grey Metallic with Gray Soft Top, Platinum Grey Metallic with Red Garnet Soft Top, Reflex Silver Metallic with Black Soft Top, Reflex Silver Metallic with Cream Soft Top, Reflex Silver Metallic with Gray Soft Top, Reflex Silver Metallic with Red Garnet Soft Top, Sundown Orange with Black Soft Top, Sundown Orange with Cream Soft Top, Sundown Orange with Gray Soft Top, Sundown Orange with Red Garnet Soft Top, Tornado Red with Black Soft Top, Tornado Red with Cream Soft Top, Tornado Red with Gray Soft Top, Tornado Red with Red Garnet Soft Top, Uni Black with Black Soft Top, Uni Black with Cream Soft Top, Uni Black with Gray Soft Top, Uni Black with Red Garnet Soft Top with interior choices of Black Leather Interior, Black Vinyl Interior, Cream Leather Interior, Cream Vinyl Interior, Gray Leather Interior, Gray Vinyl Interior. The New Beetle seats 4 people with 39.40 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is months or miles. It also comes with a month/ mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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