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    2005 Volkswagen Golf

    The 2005 Volkswagen Golf is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $34,990 for the base variant and topping out at $52,990 for the GTi variant.

    There are 2 variants of the Golf available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2004.

    The 2005 Golf was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Volkswagen Golf include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder (85kW/155Nm), 1.9L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (77kW/250Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (110kW/200Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/220Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/280Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $34,990 - $52,990
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $34,990 - $52,990
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    2005 Volkswagen Golf

    Available Variants

    The Volkswagen Golf comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being GTi.

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    Power to Weight
    61.35 - 110.03 kW/t
    54.51 kW/t
    111.58 kW/t
    Boot Space
    350 litres
    330 litres
    435 litres
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    2 - 3 years
    1 year
    6 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,770 - 1,900 kg
    1,675 kg
    2,125 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,500 - 1,700 kg
    1,200 kg
    1,800 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    102 mm
    102 mm
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    2005 Volkswagen Golf

    Historical Information

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    Life

    2026

    $49,990

    R Line

    2026

    $54,490

    GTI

    2026

    $72,490

    GTE

    2024

    $75,990

    R

    2026

    $85,490

    Year
    2026
    2024
    Engine Type
    1.4L Combustion
    2.0L Combustion
    1.4L Phev
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Hatchback
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    110 kW
    195 kW
    245 kW
    180 kW

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    2005 Volkswagen Golf

    Dimensions

    4,204 mm
    1,759 mm
    1,485 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,204 mm
    Overall Width1,759 mm
    Overall Height1,485 mm
    Wheelbase2,578 mm
    Load Capacity550 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2005 Volkswagen Golf

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Volkswagen Golf is the base variant that starts from $34,990.

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    The most expensive Volkswagen Golf is the GTi variant that starts from $52,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Golf is 1700 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Volkswagen Golf is the base variant which measures 1759mm wide, 4204mm in length and sits 1485mm tall.

    The most powerful Volkswagen Golf is the GTi variant which has 147kW of power and 280nm of torque.

    The Volkswagen Golf is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Volkswagen Golf is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1900 kg.

    The Volkswagen Golf may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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