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2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk5 (3-door)
2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk5 (3-door), in black. The Mk5 is credited with returning the GTI to form.
Black · Gloss
Graphite · Cloth / Fabric
This car
PaintBlack · Gloss
InteriorGraphite · Cloth / Fabric
Production
Years produced2004–2008
Where builtWolfsburg, Germany
Body styles3-door hatchback
Engine
Engine2.0-litre inline-4 TFSI (EA113)
Displacement1,984 cc
Cylinders4
Valves16
AspirationTurbocharged
Power197 bhp (200 PS) @ 5,100 rpm
Torque207 lb ft (280 Nm) @ 1,800–5,000 rpm
FuelPetrol
Drivetrain & performance
Gearbox6-speed manual
Wheel driveFront-wheel drive
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
Top speed146 mph (235 km/h)
0–62 mph7.2 seconds
0–60 mph6.7 seconds
¼ mile15.1 seconds
Economy (combined)35.3 mpg (8.0 L/100km)
CO₂192 g/km
Chassis & dimensions
Brakes — front312 mm ventilated discs
Brakes — rear286 mm solid discs
Wheels17-inch 'Monza' alloys
Tyres225/45 R17
SuspensionMacPherson strut (F), Multi-link (R)
Kerb weight1,336 kg
Drag coefficient0.32 Cd
Length4,216 mm
Width1,759 mm
Height1,466 mm
Wheelbase2,578 mm
Pricing
Price new (2005)£19,995 · $21,990
Estimated value now£6,000 – £12,000
In dollars$8,000 – $15,000
-55% vs new, at the midpoint. Values as at 31 October 2026. Basis: UK dealer listings and 2026 enthusiast auctions.
The Mk5 is credited with returning the GTI to form.
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