Overview & Reviews
For 2009, the four-door Volkswagen Rabbit comes standard with a six-speed automatic transmission, and all Rabbits get standard stability control.
- Upscale look and feel with top-notch build quality, strong engine, versatile hatchback body style, high standard feature content, comfortable ride.
- Below-average fuel economy, high quality and high feature content leads to a high price.
User Reviews:
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VW could have done better - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By Hudi - April 21 - 10:00 amThe exterior of this car is quite nice, following the the line of the Golf. The interior is very well designed and finished much better than other cars in the class. The car is much roomier than it seems, the legroom and headroom in the back is great. The seats are poorly designed without proper lumber support thats why Im rating it low. The ride is very nice, the suspension is just right. Thanks to the multilink suspension in the back, the car corners like no others. The engine is the biggest flaw of this car, its not powerful enough but the gas millage is not that great. I wonder why they didnt install a better European engine with similar power but better fuel millage.
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Love it! So cute! - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By u2dan - March 9 - 10:00 amI am over 6 feet 1 inches tall. Everyone laughed because I am so big in a small car, but there is a ton of room. I sat in the back seat and could easily move around and had leg room! The car is super fun to drive on the highway and great for weaving in and out of traffic. The ride is so smooth and SO quiet, i couldnt believe it. The pick up is great too, very powerful little car. I feel like I am driving around in a nightclub when I got some good music going on.
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Just about perfect! - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By Eric - February 19 - 10:43 amIn my family we own an 09 Rabbit and 08 Mazda 3. They are truly both fantastic cars. Both are equipped pretty much the same and they both cost the same (just about 17K). My wife drives the Mazda and she loves it however I am a good size guy and I find the Rabbits seat goes back further and has more thigh support (and overall room). The Mazda gets better gas mileage but the Rabbit has better acceleration so in my opinion the lower MPG is a fair trade. Both handle extremely well and are a lot of fun to drive however the Rabbit is a little more quiet overall. The Mazda has one of the nicest stearing wheels I have ever seen on any car.
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Fun to Drive, not your Grandmas Corolla - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By dean-l - December 5 - 1:16 amI wanted a small sedan. One test drive of Civic and Corolla and they were out. Those sheep need to look around a little. Mazda3 is a good car and better value, but this one just "felt" like it was built better. I picked the Rabbit over the Jetta because of the chrome on the front and the fake leather seats, I just couldnt do it. The real stuff is better, why bother? Also Rabbits are unusual around here. Ive enjoyed the car so far. It really IS fun to drive. Plenty of power. NO exterior "loud & obnoxious" things about it. A real knock out in red. I cant believe this car is not more popular.
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The Right Choice - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By Bob - September 5 - 5:43 pmI believe the Rabbit is the best buy for the buck. My wife has an A-4 3.2 and this is like a cousin. The German feel. Great acceleration and just simply fun to drive. The Corolla and Civic appear very refined but are just mini town cars. Compare and you have the most features for your dollar. ESP standard in 09.
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Bang for your buck - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By dsmtuner - February 15 - 3:56 amThis car is an amazing car to get. I paid 17,325 and got a lot of excellent features. This car feels good to drive in, and when your already tired from driving, the car wont get you more tired. 10 speaker German sound, will wake you up. For a 2009, this is more likely the best car to get. Gas is the issue, but for the performance and comfort, its well worth it. I am a mechanic and it seems to that this car is excellent for every day driver. Engine temp stays at 190*f and even on 12 hour drives it does. Highest mpg was 28 so far. This car has the same concept of the VW golf. But way better
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Fun little car - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By Paul - June 27 - 11:56 pmI love driving this car. I went from a pickup truck to the Rabbit. I didnt realize what a dog my truck was until driving the Rabbit every day. Its quick, shifts great, handles tight, fast lane changes are easy and smooth. I wanted a Mini Cooper S and the Rabbit gives me that sporty agile ride. I would not trade hp for better mileage. The engine is Great. Took a road trip on Thanksgiving and enjoyed the car. The cruise controls and audio controls were very intuitive and after a couple hundred miles I didnt miss them not being in the steering wheel. Its a very nice wheel so dont not buy the car just because the controls are not in it. You will forget about it quickly enough!
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IML8 IML8 2009 - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By Pat - June 18 - 10:13 pmI traded in a 2001 Outback and was afraid the Rabbit would feel so much smaller-- its not at all. The mpg is better than the Outback, even with 1 more cylinder. I was expecting entry level features and was surprised by the thought that was put into the design. I drive out to the mountains a lot and am pleasantly surprised at how my bunny scampers up a steep grade. I had a Rabbit diesel in the 80s and am so glad I thought to try a Rabbit again. I couldnt be more pleased.
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hope its not a lemon - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By vin - June 15 - 4:30 pmJust purchased brand new rabbit 2009 5 min after leaving dealership check engine light goes on when trying to merge on the highway car lost power pressing gas & car actually slowing down lasted almost a minute not long but very scary just the same. Drove it back to dealership they gave a rented car while they diagnose the problem not a good start especially since its brand new Im hoping this is the first and last problem..
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Knock Sensor issue - 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
By scoutandhuck - March 8 - 3:30 amI just got my 2009 Rabbit 3 weeks ago and I mostly love it. It has a cozy feel, the dash is easy to use, the lights are distinct and easy to read, and it handles nicely, even in snow (which weve had about every day since I got it). It has a jaunty overall feel and I am quite pleased overall. The sales staff was also really informed and helpful.
