Overview & Reviews

VW releases the 2006 Rabbit hatchback very late in the model year. This is the next-generation Golf but with the nostalgic, U.S.-only name last used in 1984. Compared to the outgoing Golf, the Rabbit features new styling, a more sophisticated rear suspension design, more interior room and a new powertrain.

• Comfortable ride, rich interior materials, many safety features, roomy interior, solid build quality.

• Can get pricey with options, handling and styling might not be sporty enough for younger buyers.

User Reviews:

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  Best Car Ive Ever Owned - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By mattia76 - June 13 - 4:56 pm

  It was love at first drive for the Rabbit and me. Love that it was one of the first ones off the boat. Love that it was made in Germany. Love the way it looks. Ive been agonizing for months now at the prospect of selling it since we have a baby on the way. Test drove a lot of used cars that would have cheaper payments, and nothing even comes close. But weve decided to sell the wifes Versa instead. Woo-hoo! Ill drive this thing till I die or until I can trade it in for a diesel version.

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  What a Great Car - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Marty - March 8 - 11:53 pm

  This is a wonderful car. I am 62" tall, and the drivers seat goes back too far. It is a great ride, with just the right amount of road feedback. Its A/C works great.

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  I Like It a Lot - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By kjonim32 - January 20 - 9:26 am

  Well, this is my wifes car who used to drive an SUV. So, when I offered her to test drive a Rabbit she got really mad. But 15 minutes into the test drive she told me that we were getting it. Well, now we have it and we LOVE it. Im trying to talk her in to switching cars for a week, but so far Ive had no luck. I do have a nice car by the way, a Chrysler Crossfire.

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  overall, good car - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By srihari - December 16 - 4:40 am

  First of all, I am six feet six inches, most of that legs! Given the fact that I prefer small and efficient cars, nothing that I tested came close to this VW in terms of leg room (lots!). When I first drove it, I was very impressed with the cars power and handling. Interior fit and finish is baby BMW style, gorgeous combination of black and beige. Not so good: the car is heavy! Feels almost like a an older American car: heavy, with a large displacement but uninteresting engine. Lots of torque but no fun to rev up. Nothing like a Mazda or Honda in terms of tossability. Getting about 24-25 mpg, mostly highway. If I floor it just a couple times per full tank, mileage drops to 21 mpg!

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  Mixed Bag - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By takaouna - June 7 - 1:56 am

  This cars pros include its nice Interior, 6 speed auto transmission with Tiptronic and S mode, how it is loaded with options for a base model, its safety features - SAB/SC, ABS, traction control standard, its good torque, and how it is a new model. Its cons include its dreadful fuel economy for this class of car (19-20 mpg), how its 5-cyl. engine is rough for its size, its rattles, concerns about interior build quality, its weight for car of this class, its lack of acceleration, poor VW sales and service experience, and VWs poor reliability history.

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  I love driving!! - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By crzyrbt - February 7 - 7:33 am

  My fiance and I stumbled upon this great car by pure luck. The first time I drove this car I was completely surprised and wanted more. With a tap of the pedal your off to wherever you may go. Everyday I drive it I find myself saying " I love this car! " It is the funnest thing to drive!! I have a lead foot and its great right off the line. I do have to be careful though, all the sudden I find myself at 80 mph not even knowing it. The car could get better gas mileage all around but its really not too bad. With the way I drive sometimes it doesnt quite matter.I love this car!!

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  The Perfect Car - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By i9er9er - October 13 - 3:40 pm

  My Volkswagen Rabbit is awesome! I have had it for awhile now and I love it!

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  Fun to Drive! - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Igloo - July 28 - 3:56 pm

  I shopped around and drove everything. I compared the Mazda3, Chevy Cobalt SS, Honda Civic, Chrysler 300, Ford Fusion, Subaru Legacy...you name it. Finally, I tried the Rabbit. Its such a fun car to drive! The stereo is excellent. The handling is incredibly precise (you feel like you could drive around cones all day!), they offer you tons of features. It even has heated cloth seats and heated side mirrors! Plus it has A/C vents for the rear seats (very cool) and traction control! I am shocked that our new Rabbit (150hp) is even faster than out V6 Ford Escape (220hp V6). This is a huge improvement over the Golf. If youre considering a Mazda3 or a Civic, give this a try, you wont regret it!

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  phat rabbit - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Jae Hyun Park - June 20 - 2:33 pm

  This car brings out the true meaning of peoples car. The quality, the performance and the PRICE! Makes me want to drive more.

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  Good Value for the Price - 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Matt - January 27 - 6:50 am

  Ive owned this car for about five months and since then Ive put on 8,000 trouble-free miles. Its a solid car with enough power for daily driving and its interior build quality is far nicer than many cars in its price class. The rear hatch is somewhat smaller than my previous generation Golf, but VW made up for it by providing a roomier backseat. For the price, the standard safety features, power/heated seats, sunroof, and electronic stabilization are hard to beat.