2005 Volkswagen Beetle GLS review from North America
"I love driving my Beetle!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Passenger seat spring broke so the seat wouldn't move forward.
Driver's side weather seal started to pull away from door.
Main skid plate broke.
General comments?
The Beetle has sporty handling.
The diesel engine gets 41 mpg in all city driving.
This car has been very reliable for me.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 59 miles |
| Most recent distance | 30950 miles |
| Previous car | Geo Prizm |
| Date of Entry | 15th December, 2006 |