Volkswagen GTI vs. Volkswagen Rabbit
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volkswagen GTI and Volkswagen Rabbit contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volkswagen GTI and the Volkswagen Rabbit.
When comparing the Volkswagen GTI's and the Volkswagen Rabbit's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen GTI has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Volkswagen Rabbit has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen GTI's and the Volkswagen Rabbit's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen GTI is a better car than the Volkswagen Rabbit.
Pricing: A used 2009 Volkswagen GTI ranges from $3,999 to $10,412 while a used 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is priced between $2,961 to $9,417.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volkswagen GTI’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Rabbit base engine makes 170 horsepower. The GTI is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The Rabbit is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. This gives the Volkswagen GTI the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen Rabbit. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Volkswagen GTI has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The Volkswagen GTI and Volkswagen Rabbit are comparable in regards to front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23230
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
15890
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7816
Price Range:
3999 - 10412
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
13
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
110207
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5987
Price Range:
2961 - 9417
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
111461
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Volkswagen GTI Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Rabbit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen GTI
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Rabbit
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0845991094801626
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.036452007928833
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
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Volkswagen GTI Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Rabbit Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen GTI Trim Levels
Base, Base PZEV
Volkswagen Rabbit Trim Levels
S, S PZEV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3100 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
165.8 inches
Wheelbase:
101.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2975 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
165.8 inches
Wheelbase:
101.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Magic Metallic
Gray
United Grey Metallic
Red
Tornado Red
White
Candy White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
United Gray Metallic
Red
Not available
White
Candy White
Silver
Reflex Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Interlagos Cloth
Gray
Anthracite Leather
Interior Colors
Black
Anthracite - "MEDIA" Cloth
Gray
Not available
