2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta Road Test

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TO THE POINT Selling Points: Smooth ride, comfortable interior, more powerful base engine
Deal Breakers: Option prices, build quality, handling
Our Advice: If you’re in the market for a well-equipped small sedan at a decent price, consider the new Jetta Value Edition model or the economical diesel-powered TDI. Otherwise, look for better values elsewhere.

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Safety The 2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta has been named a Best Pick for side impacts from the IIHS. NHTSA awarded the new Jetta four out of five stars for front impact, with a five star rating for front and rear side impact.

Safety is one of the 2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta’s most impressive aspects. Each model comes standard with dual front airbags, front side airbags, and side curtain airbags. That type of equipment helped the 2005.5 Jetta receive a Best Pick rating for side impacts from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) granted the new Jetta four stars (out of a possible five) for front driver and passenger safety, and five stars for front and rear side impact.

There is more to the 2005.5 Jetta’s safety than six airbags. Also standard are traction control, antilock brakes, and electronic brake force distribution. TDI and 2.5L models add stability control and electronic brake assistance; both of these safety items are optional on the Value Edition.