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How many miles will a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta last?

How many miles will a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta last?

How many miles can a Volkswagen Jetta last? The VW Jetta has been known to last for more than 200,000 miles when properly maintained. Most drivers put an average of 10,000 miles on their cars every year, so a car with 200,000 miles on the odometer can easily be over 20 years old.

Is the mk5 Jetta reliable?

The fifth generation Jetta had upped the refinement and appointments to entry-luxury-car levels. But it’s reliability that was always top of mind for second-hand buyers.

Does a 2005 Jetta have a timing belt or chain?

The 2005 Volkswagen Jetta with a 1.8L, 1.9L diesel or 2.0L engine has a timing belt while the 2.5L engines have a timing chain. All are interference engines.

How much does it cost to replace a timing chain on a Jetta?

The average cost for a Volkswagen Jetta timing chain tensioner replacement is between $1,617 and $1,932. Labor costs are estimated between $1,199 and $1,512 while parts are priced between $418 and $419.

How much does it cost to replace a timing belt VW?

Belts themselves aren’t that expensive. The real cost is in the labor, because a lot of parts need to be disassembled to get to the belt. Shopping around to get a few quotes is your best bet to get the best deal, but you can expect to pay anywhere from $409 to $919 (including parts and labor).

What kind of engine does a 2005 VW Jetta have?

Pre-owned Volkswagen Jetta models are available with a 2.0 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 115 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual.

Is a 2005 VW Jetta worth the money?

My 2005 Jetta has 87000 miles, is serviced regularly, but now I have to get a new car. The timing chain, gears, spark plugs, and coil pack supposedly all went out last week and to fix it would be $3700 according to the dealership. While I have loved the design and the drive, it just isn’t worth it.

Is the Volkswagen Jetta’s new engine any good?

Considering the last Jetta got a 115-hp 2.0-liter as its base engine, there’s little to complain about here. The new engine isn’t exactly high-tech with its iron block and low output per liter, but it’s torquey, revs well enough and gets the Jetta down the road with adequate oomph. The engine sounds a bit weird, but all five-cylinders do.

What’s the 2005 VW Jetta hood pattern?

At its leading edge, the hood of the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is notched with a small, semicircular relief. The crescent-shaped carving is just large enough for the panel to perfectly wrap itself around the grille-mounted VW badge. When the hood is closed, it’s as if the two are in a long, loving embrace.