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Suzuki Reno vs Volkswagen Rabbit

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

Vehicles

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2008 Suzuki Reno

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2009 Volkswagen Rabbit

Overview

SpecSuzuki RenoBaseVolkswagen RabbitS
Selected trimBaseS
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082009

Pricing & market

SpecSuzuki RenoBaseVolkswagen RabbitS
MSRP$13,839 (best)$16,300
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

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

Performance

SpecSuzuki RenoBaseVolkswagen RabbitS
Horsepower127 hp170 hp (best)
Torque131 lb-ft177 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I5

Size & capability

SpecSuzuki RenoBaseVolkswagen RabbitS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)3
Cargo volume45.4 cu ft (best)15 cu ft
Curb weight2,745 lbs (best)2,975 lbs
Ground clearance5.4 in (best)
Wheelbase102.4 in (best)101.5 in
Length169.1 in (best)165.8 in
Width67.9 in69.3 in (best)
Height56.9 in58.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecSuzuki RenoBaseVolkswagen RabbitS
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
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.

TrimSuzuki RenoVolkswagen Rabbit
1

Base

$13,839 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$16,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$14,339 MSRP

S

$17,400 MSRP

3

Base

$14,939 MSRP

S

$19,340 MSRP

4

Base

$15,349 MSRP

S PZEV

$16,300 MSRP

5

S PZEV

$17,400 MSRP

6

S PZEV

$19,340 MSRP

7

Base

$23,830 MSRP

8

PZEV

$23,830 MSRP

9

PZEV

$24,330 MSRP

Suzuki Reno vs Volkswagen Rabbit FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Suzuki Reno or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Suzuki Reno starts lower at $13,839.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Suzuki Reno or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
The 2008 Suzuki Reno leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (13,839).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Suzuki Reno or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Suzuki Reno or 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit leads on horsepower in this comparison (200).