Volkswagen Rabbit vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
When comparing the Volkswagen Rabbit's and the Volkswagen New Beetle's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Rabbit has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Rabbit's and the Volkswagen New Beetle's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Rabbit is a better car than the Volkswagen New Beetle.
Volkswagen Rabbit vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Pricing
A used 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit ranges from $3,895 to $9,996 while a used 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle is priced between $4,925 to $11,945.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volkswagen Rabbit’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the Volkswagen New Beetle base engine makes 150 horsepower. The Rabbit is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. The New Beetle is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Rabbit the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen New Beetle. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3895 - 9996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4925 - 11945
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volkswagen Rabbit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen New Beetle Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Rabbit Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen New Beetle Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen Rabbit Trim Levels
S, S PZEV
Volkswagen New Beetle Trim Levels
Base, Base PZEV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
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
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):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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 Equipment
360-Degree 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 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2884 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
59 inches
Length:
161.1 inches
Wheelbase:
98.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available