How much does the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit cost?

The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit has a starting MSRP of $15,600, ranging up to $18,650 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $15,600; S PZEV from $15,600.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit?

The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit have?

The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit offers up to 15 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How many trims does the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit come in?

The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit is available in 2 trims (8 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2008 Volkswagen Rabbit

2 trims · 8 configurations · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$15,600 – $18,650

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Volkswagen Rabbit? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on S

Total price (S MSRP)

$15,600

Typical monthly

$309/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit trims

S
4 configurations
MSRP
$15,600 – $18,650
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
22/29
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
177 lb-ft
Engine
2.5L I5 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15
Max towing
—
S PZEV
4 configurations
MSRP
$15,600 – $18,650
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
22/29
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
177 lb-ft
Engine
2.5L I5 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15
Max towing
—

Compare 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit trim specifications
Spec	S4 configurations	S PZEV4 configurations
MSRP	$15,600 – $18,650	$15,600 – $18,650
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	22/29	22/29
Horsepower	170 hp	170 hp
Torque	177 lb-ft	177 lb-ft
Engine	2.5L I5 gas	2.5L I5 gas
Seating	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	15	15
Max towing	—	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Sgas
S PZEVgas
Fuel type: Sregular unleaded
S PZEVregular unleaded
Cylinders: SI5
S PZEVI5
Displacement: S2.5 L
S PZEV2.5 L
Horsepower: S170 hp
S PZEV170 hp
Torque: S177 lb-ft
S PZEV177 lb-ft
Transmission: S5-speed manual
S PZEV5-speed manual
Drivetrain: Sfront wheel drive
S PZEVfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: SHatchback
S PZEVHatchback
Doors: S3
S PZEV3
Seating: S5
S PZEV5
Length: S165.8 in
S PZEV165.8 in
Width: S69.3 in
S PZEV69.3 in
Height: S58.2 in
S PZEV58.2 in
Wheelbase: S101.5 in
S PZEV101.5 in
Ground clearance: S5.4 in
S PZEV5.4 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: S15 cu ft
S PZEV15 cu ft
Curb weight: S2,975 lbs
S PZEV2,975 lbs
Fuel tank: S14.5 gal
S PZEV14.5 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: S24
S PZEV24
City MPG: S22
S PZEV22
Highway MPG: S29
S PZEV29

Full specifications by trim
Spec	S	S PZEV
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I5	I5
Displacement	2.5 L	2.5 L
Horsepower	170 hp	170 hp
Torque	177 lb-ft	177 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	3	3
Seating	5	5
Length	165.8 in	165.8 in
Width	69.3 in	69.3 in
Height	58.2 in	58.2 in
Wheelbase	101.5 in	101.5 in
Ground clearance	5.4 in	5.4 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	15 cu ft	15 cu ft
Curb weight	2,975 lbs	2,975 lbs
Fuel tank	14.5 gal	14.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	24	24
City MPG	22	22
Highway MPG	29	29

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2008 Volkswagen Rabbit FAQ

How much does the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit cost?: The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit has a starting MSRP of $15,600, ranging up to $18,650 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes S from $15,600; S PZEV from $15,600.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit?: The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit have?: The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit offers up to 15 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How many trims does the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit come in?: The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit is available in 2 trims (8 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.