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Hyundai Tiburon vs Volkswagen Rabbit

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2008 Hyundai Tiburon

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2009 Volkswagen Rabbit

Overview

SpecHyundai TiburonGSVolkswagen RabbitS
Selected trimGSS
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082009

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai TiburonGSVolkswagen RabbitS
MSRP$17,270$16,300 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai TiburonGSVolkswagen RabbitS
Combined MPG23 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.5 gal14.5 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai TiburonGSVolkswagen RabbitS
Horsepower138 hp170 hp (best)
Torque136 lb-ft177 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I5

Size & capability

SpecHyundai TiburonGSVolkswagen RabbitS
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors33
Cargo volume14.8 cu ft15 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,898 lbs (best)2,975 lbs
Ground clearance5.4 in (best)
Wheelbase99.6 in101.5 in (best)
Length173 in (best)165.8 in
Width69.3 in69.3 in
Height52.4 in58.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai TiburonGSVolkswagen RabbitS
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)2

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHyundai TiburonVolkswagen Rabbit
1

GS

$17,270 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$16,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

GS

$18,370 MSRP

S

$17,400 MSRP

3

GT

$20,170 MSRP

S

$19,340 MSRP

4

GT

$21,270 MSRP

S PZEV

$16,300 MSRP

5

SE

$22,620 MSRP

S PZEV

$17,400 MSRP

6

GT Limited

$22,770 MSRP

S PZEV

$19,340 MSRP

7

Base

$23,830 MSRP

8

PZEV

$23,830 MSRP

9

PZEV

$24,330 MSRP

Hyundai Tiburon vs Volkswagen Rabbit FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit starts lower at $16,300.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit leads on horsepower in this comparison (200).
Which has better seats: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit leads on seats in this comparison (5).