Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Rabbit
Overview | |
Years produced1974-2021 | Years produced1975-1984 |
MSRP$17,995 | MSRP$15,890 |
Listings693 | Listings51 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Reviews Summary | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 170 hp I5 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 170 hp I5 |
Torque200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque177 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 5700 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space15.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight2901 lbs | Curb Weight3041 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height58.2 in |
Length167.5 in | Length165.8 in |
Width70.5 in | Width69.3 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase101.5 in |
Maximum Payload1083 lbs | Maximum Payload972 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1974-2021 | 1975-1984 |
MSRP | $17,995 | $15,890 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.5L 170 hp I5 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 170 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.5L 170 hp I5 |
Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 177 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 170 hp @ 5700 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 15.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2901 lbs | 3041 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.2 in |
Length | 167.5 in | 165.8 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 69.3 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 101.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1083 lbs | 972 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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