Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Rabbit
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
Overview
| Spec | Volkswagen GolfTSI | Volkswagen RabbitS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | TSI | S |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Volkswagen GolfTSI | Volkswagen RabbitS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,195 | $16,300 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Volkswagen GolfTSI | Volkswagen RabbitS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 14.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Volkswagen GolfTSI | Volkswagen RabbitS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 170 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 177 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Volkswagen GolfTSI | Volkswagen RabbitS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 25 cu ft (best) | 15 cu ft |
| Payload | 915 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,945 lbs (best) | 2,975 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 103.6 in (best) | 101.5 in |
| Length | 167.6 in (best) | 165.8 in |
| Width | 70.8 in (best) | 69.3 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 58.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Volkswagen GolfTSI | Volkswagen RabbitS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 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.
| Trim | Volkswagen Golf | Volkswagen Rabbit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TSI $23,195 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $16,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | TSI $23,995 MSRP | S $17,400 MSRP |
| 3 | — | S $19,340 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 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 |