2005 Volkswagen New Beetle

Compact Sedan Premium
Volkswagen New Beetle 2005
35MPG Combined
6 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 22–35 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG22–35 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG32
Highway MPG41
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypePremium
DriveFWD
Available Trims6

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Man22/28/241.8L 4cylManual 5-spd
4 cyl19/28/221.8L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
Man32/41/351.9L 4cylManual 5-spd
4 cyl30/38/331.9L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
Man21/28/242.0L 4cylManual 5-spd
4 cyl19/28/232.0L 4cylAutomatic (S6)

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle costs approximately $2,008 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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