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Compare Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Rabbit

Volkswagen Golf
2021 Volkswagen Golf
Select configuration:
$23,195
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Volkswagen Rabbit
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
Select configuration:
$16,300
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-5 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 29 MPG
Hwy: 39 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
53.7 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

Volkswagen Golf
2018-2021 Volkswagen Golf Rear Angle View
2018-2021 Volkswagen Golf Front Seats
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Volkswagen Rabbit
2008-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit Rear Angle View
2008-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit Front Seats
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Inline-5 Gas
Horsepower
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque
184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
177 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,945 lbs
3,072 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
33 MPG
24 MPG
City
29 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
39 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.4 Tons/yr
N/A
EPA rating
N/A
7

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
14.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
382.8 miles
304.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
514.8 miles
435 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
167.6 in
165.8 in
Height
58.2 in
58.2 in
Max Width
70.8 in
69.3 in
Front Width
61 in
60.6 in
Rear Width
59.8 in
59.8 in
Wheelbase
103.8 in
101.5 in
Ground Clearance
5.4 in
5.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.4 in
39.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
54.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.6 in
35.3 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.1 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.9 in
54.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
17.4 ft³
15.1 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
53.7 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.8 ft
35.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
15" x 6"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
15" x 6"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Independent

Tires

Front Tire
P205/55HR16
195/65HR15
Rear Tire
P205/55HR16
195/65HR15
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Platinum Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Silk Blue Metallic
  • White Silver Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Beige, V-Tex Leatherette Seating Surfaces
  • Titan Black, V-Tex Leatherette Seating Surfaces
  • Anthracite, Media cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Optional

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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