2005 Volkswagen New Beetle

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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle

Kelley Blue Book Retail $6,725–$9,025  

MPG City: 21 – 38 Highway: 30 – 46

Available Engines

100-hp, 1.9-liter I-4 (diesel)
115-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
150-hp, 1.8-liter I-4 (premium)

Transmissions

6-speed auto-shift manual w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed automatic w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
5-speed manual w/OD

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New or Notable

Retro styling
Gasoline or diesel powertrain
Manual or automatic
Coupe or convertible
 

What We Like

+Visual appeal, especially of convertible
+Ride comfort
+Steering response
+Performance of manual-shift diesel
+Resale value
 

What We Don't

-Performance of 2.0-liter-powered convertible
-Backseat space
-Cargo space in convertible
-Once innovative design now becoming dated
 
The uniquely shaped Volkswagen New Beetle continues to capture attention on the road. The New Beetle Convertible, which was introduced during the 2003 model year, enhances visual appeal further yet. Both gasoline and diesel engines are offered.  Read More

8 Available New Beetle Trims

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    Original MSRP
GL 2dr Hatchback
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$16,570
GL 2dr Convertible
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$21,290
GLS 2dr Hatchback
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$18,770
GLS 2dr Convertible
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$23,040
GLS Dark Flint Edition 2dr Convertible
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$25,790
GLS TDI 2dr Hatchback
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$20,010
GLS 1.8T 2dr Hatchback
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$20,940
GLS 1.8T 2dr Convertible
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$25,450
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