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Fuel economy: 21 city/28 hwy mpg
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What Edmunds Says
Though pricier than the average economy car, the 2005 Volkswagen Golf offers far more amenities, refined driving dynamics and a very fuel-efficient diesel option, all of which make it an attractive hatchback.
Pros
Long list of standard features, high-quality cabin materials, utility of hatchback design, fuel-efficient diesel engine, fun to drive.
Cons
More expensive than its peers, mediocre performance of base four-cylinder, some controls difficult to use.
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GL
- 2.0L 4-cyl. engine
- Automatic transmission
- Up to 21 cty/28 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control (Optional)
- Traction Control (Optional)
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GLS
- 2.0L 4-cyl. engine
- Automatic transmission
- Up to 21 cty/28 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control (Optional)
- Traction Control (Optional)
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GL TDI
- 1.9L 4-cyl. diesel engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 32 cty/41 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control (Optional)
- Traction Control (Optional)
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GLS TDI
- 1.9L 4-cyl. diesel engine
- Automatic transmission
- Up to 32 cty/41 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control (Optional)
- Traction Control (Optional)
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What's New for 2005
With an all-new Golf on the way next year, there are no major changes for the current model.