2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$21,290 - $26,525
Original MSRP:
$20,300 - $24,783
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Dark Flint, GL, GLS | N/A |
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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Models & Prices
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible GL
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr GL Manual | $21,290 | $20,300 | $331 / Month* | |
| 2dr GL Auto | $22,365 | $21,373 | $349 / Month* | |
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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible GLS
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr GLS Manual | $23,040 | $21,483 | $350 / Month* | |
| 2dr GLS Auto | $24,115 | $22,556 | $368 / Month* | |
| 2dr GLS Turbo Manual | $25,450 | $23,710 | $387 / Month* | |
| 2dr GLS Turbo Auto | $26,525 | $24,783 | $404 / Month* | |
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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Dark Flint
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr Dark Flint *Ltd Avail* | $25,790 | $24,103 | $393 / Month* | |
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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Features and Standard Equipment
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING Features
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City 21/hwy 31 (2.0L engine/6-speed auto trans) | • | • | • |
| City 22/hwy 30 (1.8L engine/6-speed auto trans) | • | ||
| City 24/hwy 30 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | • | |
| City 25/hwy 30 (1.8L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body-color door handles | • | • | • |
| Body-color pwr heated mirrors w/integrated blinker | • | • | • |
| Daytime running lights | • | • | • |
| Halogen fog lamps | • | • | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | • | ||
| Manual cloth convertible top w/rear glass window | • | ||
| Semi-auto pwr cloth convertible top w/rear glass window | • | • | |
| Tinted green glass | • | • | • |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers | • | • | • |
| Wind blocker | • |
INTERIOR Features
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-spoke padded steering wheel | • | • | • |
| Air conditioning w/pollen/dust filter | • | • | • |
| Alloy trim bud vase | • | ||
| AM/FM Sirius satellite radio w/CD player-inc: MP3 format capability & connector, (10) speakers, control capability for CD changer, theft-deterrent warning light & coding system (activation & 3-month service) | • | ||
| Audible/visible anti-theft vehicle alarm system for doors/hood/trunk/radio/ starter | • | • | • |
| Center console-inc: (2) front/(1) rear beverage holders, (2) pwr outlets | • | • | • |
| Cruise control | • | • | • |
| Front center slidable armrest w/storage compartment | • | • | • |
| Front door & rear side panel storage compartments | • | • | • |
| Front seatback magazine/storage pocket | • | • | • |
| Front/rear floor mats | • | • | • |
| Front/rear integrated armrests in door/side panels | • | • | • |
| Fully reclining heated front bucket seats-inc: height adjustment, easy-entry system, adjustable headrests | • | ||
| Fully reclining leatherette front bucket seats-inc: height adjustment, easy-entry system, adjustable headrests | • | • | |
| Fully-lined carpeted luggage compartment-inc: trunk light | • | • | • |
| Headlamps-on warning tone | • | • | • |
| Height-adjustable/telescoping steering column | • | • | • |
| Illuminated lockable glove box w/interior shelf | • | • | • |
| Illuminated visor vanity mirrors w/covers | • | • | • |
| Immobilizer theft-deterrent system | • | • | • |
| Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, coolant temp gauge, fuel gauge, gear indicator warning lights, brake wear indicator | • | • | • |
| Integrated antenna in front windshield | • | • | • |
| Interior light w/time delay | • | • | • |
| Large assist handle in instrument panel above glove box | • | • | • |
| Mirror control pad w/joystick control | • | • | • |
| Molded door trim w/leatherette inserts | • | • | • |
| Monsoon sound system w/amplifier | • | • | |
| Non-folding rear bench seat-inc: lockable rear cargo pass-through | • | • | • |
| Non-smoker pkg-inc: pwr outlet, ash tray | • | • | • |
| Open front door warning courtesy lights | • | • | • |
| Premium 5.5 AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: MP3 format capability & connector satellite radio preparation, (10) speakers, control capability for CD changer, theft-deterrent warning light & coding system | • | • | |
| Pwr windows-inc: front windows w/driver-side 1-touch up/down feature, pinch protection, key-operated open/close feature | • | • | • |
| Rear seat heat/air conditioning ducts | • | • | • |
| Rear window defroster | • | • | • |
| Rearview mirror-inc: clock/temp display, reading light | • | • | • |
| Red leather interior trim | • | ||
| Remote central pwr locking system-inc: automatic pwr door locks, selective unlocking from front doors | • | • | • |
| Remote fuel filler/trunk release | • | • | • |
| Remote keyless entry | • | • | • |
| Seat belt reminder & fuel cap seal warning | • | • | • |
| Theft-deterrent steering column | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20-valve I4 turbocharged engine | • | ||
| 120-amp alternator | • | ||
| 14.5 gallon fuel tank | • | • | • |
| 16" x 6.5" alloy wheels w/anti-theft wheel locks | • | ||
| 16" x 6.5" steel wheels | • | ||
| 17" alloy wheels w/red inserts | • | ||
| 2.0L SOHC SMPI I4 engine | • | • | • |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | • | • | • |
| 5-speed manual transmission w/OD | • | • | |
| 6-speed automatic transmission w/Tiptronic & OD | • | • | • |
| 60 amp/hr battery | • | • | • |
| 90-amp alternator | • | • | • |
| Digital electronic ignition w/knock sensor | • | • | • |
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • |
| Front/rear coil springs/stabilizer bars | • | • | • |
| Front/rear gas shock absorbers | • | • | • |
| Full-size spare tire/steel wheel | • | • | |
| Independent front MacPherson strut suspension | • | • | • |
| Independent track correcting torsion beam axle rear suspension | • | • | • |
| P205/55HR16 all-season tires | • | • | |
| P225/45R17 all-season tires | • | ||
| Pwr front vented, rear solid disc brakes | • | • | • |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • | • |
| Traction control-inc: electronic stabilization program w/brake assist, anti-slip regulation (ASR), electronic differential lock (EDL) | • |
SAFETY Features
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-point front seat belts-inc: pretensioners, load limiters | • | • | • |
| 3-point rear outboard seat belts | • | • | • |
| Active front head restraints | • | • | • |
| Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams | • | • | • |
| Collapsible steering column w/impact-deformable steering wheel | • | • | • |
| Driver/front passenger advanced airbags w/dual stage deployment | • | • | • |
| Driver/front passenger head/thorax side airbags | • | • | • |
| Dual-note horn | • | • | • |
| Emergency trunk release handle w/location reflector | • | • | • |
| Rear automatic rollover supports | • | • | • |
| Rear seat lower anchors & top tethers for children (LATCH) | • | • | • |
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| 17" X 7" ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P225/45HR17 all-season tires | • | ||
| COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heated front seats, heated washer nozzles | • | ||
| ELECTRONIC STABILIZATION PROGRAM (ESP) -inc: brake assist, anti-slip regulation (ASR), electronic differential lock (EDL) | • | • | |
| HID XENON HEADLIGHTS -inc: self-leveling, washer systems | • | ||
| LEATHER PKG -inc: cold weather pkg, leather seating surfaces/steering wheel/shift knob/hand brake | • | ||
| LEATHER SPORT SEATS PKG -inc: cold weather pkg, front sport seats, non-perforated leather seating surfaces, leather steering wheel/shift knob/hand brake, lumbar support | • | ||
| SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO | • | • | |
| SKI SACK | • | ||
| WIND BLOCKER | • | ||
| XM SATELLITE RADIO | • | • |
EMISSION Options
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS | • | • | • |
| FEDERAL EMISSIONS | • | • | • |
NOTE Options
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| ** NO FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FROM VOLKSWAGEN, CONTACT LOCAL DEALER FOR ADDITIONAL OPTION INFORMATION ** | • |
PAINT Options
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| (4) RUBBER MATS (PIO) | • | ||
| ** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA-SEE YOUR AREA DEALER FOR A COMPLETE LIST ** | • | • | |
| 10-PIECE ACCENT KIT (PIO) | • | • | |
| ARMREST-MOUNTED 6-DISC CD CHANGER (PIO) | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: PLA Leather Pkg) | • | ||
| LEATHER SEAT TRIM (STD) | • | ||
| LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM (STD) | • | • | |
| NON-PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: PLC Leather Sport Seats Pkg) | • |
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Technical Specifications
Brakes
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.0 x 0.87 | 11.0 x 0.87 | 11.0 x 0.87 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 9.1 x 0.35 | 9.1 x 0.35 | 9.1 x 0.35 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Trunk Volume (ft) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Engine
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Displacement | 2.0L/121 | 2.0L/121 | 2.0L/121 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 115 @ 5400 | 115 @ 5400 | 115 @ 5400 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 125 @ 3200 | 125 @ 3200 | 125 @ 3200 |
Exterior Dimensions
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Height, Overall (in) | 59.1 | 59.1 | 59.1 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 161.1 | 161.1 | 161.1 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 98.8 | 98.8 | 98.8 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 67.9 | 67.9 | 67.9 |
Fuel Tank
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 |
Steering
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 3.04 | 3.04 | 3.04 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 35.8 | 35.8 | 35.8 |
Suspension
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Suspension Type - Front | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
Tires
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P205/55HR16 | P205/55HR16 | P225/45R17 |
| Rear Tire Size | P205/55HR16 | P205/55HR16 | P225/45R17 |
Transmission
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
| Trans Type | 5 | 5 | 6 |
Vehicle
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Front Head Room (in) | 40.7 | 40.7 | 40.7 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 39.4 | 39.4 | 39.4 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 52.8 | 52.8 | 52.8 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 42.1 | 42.1 | 42.1 |
Weight Information
| GL | GLS | Dark Flint | |
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| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3075 | 3082 | 3159 |
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Safety Features
Safety Features
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Driver/front passenger advanced airbags w/dual stage deployment |
| Driver/front passenger head/thorax side airbags |
| 3-point front seat belts-inc: pretensioners, load limiters |
| 3-point rear outboard seat belts |
| Active front head restraints |
| Rear seat lower anchors & top tethers for children (LATCH) |
| Emergency trunk release handle w/location reflector |
| Collapsible steering column w/impact-deformable steering wheel |
| Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams |
| Daytime running lights |
| Rear automatic rollover supports |
| Dual-note horn |
| Traction control-inc: electronic stabilization program w/brake assist, anti-slip regulation (ASR), electronic differential lock (EDL) |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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