Overview & Reviews

Volkswagen's compact Rabbit receives a welcome infusion of power for 2008, celebrated with a modified moniker as it's now called the Rabbit S.

• Roomy and upscale cabin, comfortable ride, high crash test scores, impressive build quality.

• Well-equipped four-door has high base price, a bit too vanilla when compared to sleeker rivals.

User Reviews:

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  Great Car - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Simon - January 13 - 7:56 am

  Ive had this car for 9 month and I am very impressed. I used to have a Mazda 3 and it was nothing but trouble... I wasnt expecting much from VW after all their reliability problems but the car has been starting every morning without complaining; even in -20 temperatures... The car is fun to drive, plenty of power and very well built.

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  Great Car Greater Engine - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Pat - December 29 - 6:43 pm

  I have the car over here in Germany and it is great, the 2.5 engine is a dream, strong and smooth. Gas mileage is fine and it uses regular gas. The engine to me is better than the German Twin Charger 1.4L (drove one, while my car was being serviced)If the 2010 Rabbit has this engine, I will buy that.

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  great buy - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By rodimus - October 22 - 11:13 pm

  i love my rabbit its fun to drive and easy on my wallet at fill up. Will be buying Volkswagen again

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  Still in love 2 Years Later - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By BunyLuvr - June 13 - 12:20 am

  My 2008 Rabbit just turned 2 last week, and I love this car as much as I did the day I got it. Superb handling, fun to drive, comfortable, reliable - it has everything I wanted in a small hatchback. My neighbors have two 8-year0old Jettas that have been totally reliable, so I expect my Rabbit will be the same.

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  Simply Amazing - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By wedgedgravy - September 19 - 9:23 am

  You can read all the other reviews for how drivers like this car. They are correct, its sporty, fun, quick, and comfortable. Mass production is not art very often but the styling of this vehicle is beautiful. It is a total expression of minimalism. Everything is understated. The lines are beautiful from any angle. The interior is incredibly simple, yet amazingly feature rich. The controls are very simple to operate, basically allowing for full operation using two dials and two levers. The grace and nimbleness this car exudes while exhibiting its prowess are unbelievably sexy. If you are in the hatchback market, save yourself time and purchase this vehicle.

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  Unlimited Smiles per Mile - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By davepete - May 20 - 7:03 am

  Ive owned my Rabbit now for a little over a month. Each and every day I look forward to the commute to work because the Rabbit is so much fun to drive. No problem merging onto the highway, or passing slower traffic. The ride is firm but smooth, and engine response is immediate. I test drove the Scion tC, Mazda-3, Toyota Matrix, Ford Focus, Subaru Impreza, and Chevy Cobalt. None of them could touch the Rabbit in terms of overall feel, and build quality. If youre looking for an inexpensive "fun" car, dont pass up test driving the Rabbit.

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  Excellent all around car - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Zandzaver - January 28 - 2:50 am

  Ive had the car for almost a month now and have loved every minute of it. The interior layout is simple, sophisticated, and functional. It is deceptively large on the inside, and very comfortable. The drive is much like an entry level sports car, smooth, quick, and tight. Fuel economy could stand to be a bit better, but then again, you gotta pay to play. Also, Ive experienced better than advertised gas mileage on the highway in my car.

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  Ten Ten Ten Ten Ten. - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By irobert1989 - November 16 - 9:06 am

  I have had this cutie for a week and compared to every car I test drove in its price range you get the most bang for your buck on this one. with heated front seats, ABS, and traction control as standard equipment the rabbit comes out head of its class every time.

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  Fun Little dar - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By kd0agv - November 11 - 4:23 pm

  I just bought this little car in order to make little trips into town. I needed something that was easy on gas. After looking at whats on the market in the 19 to 22 thousand dollar range there was only one choice. The Rabbit is very well built, fun and easy to drive. I was really impressed by the quality and the number of options that came standard. This is a powerful little machine. It tops the market, in other words you get more for your dollar with the VW rabbit than any other car in the price range and above.

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  Finally, a BMW hatchback available here - 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
  By Remsen - October 4 - 4:03 pm

  I can not believe that VW can make a car with this much substance and performance and sell it profitably for the $15,500 I paid. This car has a similar driving dynamic to the BMW I used to own (thats a high compliment). You look at this car from the outside and think "nice little economy car" and you drive it and think "holy cow, this is a BMW hatchback."