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Volkswagen - Golf Mk5, Mk6 (2006)
Looking for the Volkswagen Golf Mk5, Mk6 price of a classic compact that blends German engineering with everyday practicality? Whether you’re curious about the 2006 model year or the later Mk5/6 variants, this overview gives you everything you need—without pinning down a single street‑price, because the real cost varies by market, mileage, trim, and condition.
Volkswagen Golf Mk5 and Mk6 launched in the mid‑2000s, sharing many dimensions but with subtle improvements in styling, interior refinement, and option availability. If you’re asking, what is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf Mk5, Mk6 worth or searching for “Volkswagen Golf Mk5, Mk6 2006 price,” the key is understanding the spec and depreciation curve, which help set realistic expectations.
- Engine – 1.6‑liter, 1.8‑liter, and 2.0‑liter multiturbo options. Common Mk5/Mk6 models feature the 1.8L 4‑cyl or the 2.0L 4‑cyl, with power outputs ranging from 115 hp to 160 hp.
- Transmission – Manual 5‑ or 6‑speed basic torque. Automatic 4‑speed (DAS) and 6‑speed (DS) are available on higher‑trim models.
- Fuel Type – Regular unleaded gasoline. All cars are front‑wheel‑drive.
- Powertrain Layout – Front‑engine, front‑wheel drive (FF). This layout provides balanced handling and predictable dynamics.
- Dimensions – Length: 4.2 m (Mk5), 4.3 m (Mk6); Width: 1.8 m; Height: 1.4 m. Wheelbase 2.6 m (Mk5) / 2.7 m (Mk6).
- Interior – 5 seats, 0.66 m³ cargo space. Optional Bluetooth, navigation, and upgraded infotainment with USB/aux ports.
- Safety – Standard front airbags, ABS, Electronic Stability Control. Higher trims may include side‑airbags and traction control.
- Suspension – MacPherson strut front; multi‑link rear (Mk6); both tuned for comfort over sharp cornering.
- Brakes – Disc brakes front, drum rear (basic trim) or all‑disc (premium).
- Fuel Economy – Ranges from 7.0 L/100 km (interior) to 9.5 L/100 km (exterior) depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Drive Modes – Standard “Eco” and “Comfort” modes; some later Mk6 models offer a sport line.
- Warranty – 3‑year/30,000‑mile basic warranty remains conventional; extended w/o supplemental coverage in certain markets.
When you ask “used Volkswagen Golf Mk5, Mk6 price”, you should start with the depreciation trend. The Golf’s holding power is respectable—still above the curb‑sale level for comparable compacts—but it does lose value quickly. Typically a new Golf Mk5 or Mk6 loses between 15‑20% of its value in the first year, then around 7‑8% per year during years 2‑4, and stabilizes to about 3‑5% per year after that.
For instance, a clean 2006 Mk5 in excellent condition would usually settle somewhere between half of the original MSRP and that figure lowered by roughly 20‑25% relative to its freshly sold counterpart, depending on mileage and service history. Remember, the value hinges on actual road‑use; a 2006 model with 45,000 km and a full service record will often fetch about ten to fifteen percent more than an identical car with 90,000 km and mixed service history.
Depreciation also behaves differently in specific markets. In regions where diesel variants are more accepted, price retention can cling to an extra 2‑3% compared to gasoline. Likewise, markets that favor high‑
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