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My First Car, LONG AWAITED!
Hop-A-Long, 09/03/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
I had been waiting for VW to launch this NEW GOLF V for the past three years. I researched the car for a very long time. Being built in Germany at the Wolfsburg plant, she really is a IMPORT! I have the 4dr auto with Tiptronic, and I LOVE IT. Now that it has arrived it has been dubbed the Rabbit! Even better, the legendary car IS BACK! And with this car, the legacy lives on. The look, the feel, this car has it all. VW has hit a big home run with the new Rabbit. The 4-door version has LOTS of room. When people get inside they just look around puzzled that though small on the outside, it is very vast on the inside! The Tiptronic 6-speed transmission is fun, fun, fun! The new 150 hp engine also kicks hard. Don't let this 'lil car fool ya. Hop, Hop.
Might Be A Lemon... Or It Might Just Be The Brand
jen86, 02/07/2012
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
8 of 16 people found this review helpful
I bought my rabbit used from a Volkswagen dealership in '09, it's an '07 model and it only had 12,000 miles on it when I drove it off the lot. It's now got about 77,000 miles on it, & it's had problems since I got it. This car has had the wheel well fill up with water and seep through my seats ($4-500 fix) a bolt fall out of the engine mount (covered by warranty), the alternator failed at 50,000 miles ($500 at the dealer), the airbag light & the brake pads are worn light (electrical issue) are both on ($1000 to repair those 2 things at the dealer), and the CV joints are shot ($670 at the dealer). I would caution people against buying a Volkswagen if they want longevity in an automobile.
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Great European Car
Bogdan G., 10/25/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I previously had a 2002 VW GTI and loved the car. The only reason that I didn't go with the GTI but with the Rabbit is because there is no 4-door on the GTI (I know they have it in Europe). In my opinion it is the best car in its class. It looks great, feels solid, drives sporty, has a roomy and classy interior.
A Blast to Drive
Chicago VW Fan, 08/11/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
8 of 23 people found this review helpful
I just purchased a 2007 Rabbit 2.5 5-door on 8-5-06. I went to a great dealer with great salespeople. This is our fifth VW. This car's fit and finish are superior. I am impressed with its numerous safety features - see IIHS for crash test results. Its 5-speed manual transmission is smooth and slick. Its handling is awesome - it really hugs the roads. Its accelleration very pleasing as well - especially with the 5-speed. The interior materials are first class. The rear seat leg room comfy for a 6-footer. Its cargo area spacious. I use this vehicle to drive to work - 40 miles round-trip. So far it is averaging about 28/29 mpg mix city/hwy. This is one well-built-fun to drive-good looking automobile. Hats off to VW.
I beat VW in court!
kill the rabbit, 09/19/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
The first week I got the car, it was in the shop 2 times. The radio never worked, widows always dysfunctional. The brakes were going to kill me. AC never got cold. The hatch back broke 2 times. No one can change the oil but the dealership. The back brakes wore out before 30k miles. Things randomly broke in the car. For example, the sun glass holder broke, I forgot it was there until it fell down. It was INSANE! VW kept telling me that I did not know how to use their "special" brakes. I almost got into 2 accidents because my car decided to drive off the road during braking. In the End, VW stormed out of the court room and I am buying a Honda. I had a Golf for 2 years, loved it
Never a boring car to drive...
marusik, 11/24/2009
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Although I don't drive as much as I used to, it's always fun to drive the Rabbit under any driving conditions, rain or shine, either city or highway for long trips or short ones, but especially on twisty roads. The ride is always quite and comfortable... After reading some of the negative reviews about reliability issues on this model, I've got a little bit concern, especially about the life of the brake pads, so I decided to check them out at 20000 miles and I was told that will probably last another 20K miles. Of course brake's life as well as gas mileage are subjective to every driver's attitude and driving styles...
got 2 bunnies
Dave A, 07/03/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am on my 3 VW, I now have 2 07 Rabbits , 6 speed autos with 16 inch alloys. Both cars have performed flawlessly and have served me well. Gas mileage between 25 and 30 if you keep it on the highway. Little cars will get you in trouble with ability to exceed 125 mph 32,000 on one 24,000 on the other. Very safe cars, Germans are the best at this, why I got one for my wife and daughters.
The Wait is Finaly Over! Gotcha!
Kqwen Plasencia, 11/22/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I remember the earlier GTI Rabbit and dreamed of it's return. I went from an '02 Golf GLS to an '05 Jetta GLS (prior to march '05) waiting for more horsepower at an affordable price. I was able to opt out of my current lease and purchase the 2007 Rabbit. The car handles like a dream. It pounces on command, zips when needed and delivers a smooth transition into cruise control, an upgrade in my eyes.
Great Value!
Hawk8485, 03/23/2010
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned more than 25 cars, mostly Audis, Infinitis or BMWs, but this is the best purchase I have ever made. Not perfect, but for less than $16K, I bought a car that is fun to drive, solid, well built, and comfortable. Only options were the auto and the ESP. This car replaced my wife's Infiniti FX35 (rode very rough) as a stopgap until she decided what she wanted, then we would give it to our daughter. 2.5 years later, my daughter is still waiting b/c my wife will not give it up.
Best Buy Rabbit
FloridaMax, 04/06/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This new 2007 Rabbit 2dr is the perfect car for city driving. Great quality feel, good handling, good acceleration and excellent braking. I feel like I am driving a $35k luxury car! Very tight body, good vision, and great German engineering (attention to detail). The car seems well planted to the ground. You do sacrifice some fuel economy, but in return, get a very safe and stable vehicle that comes in a small package. I am very impressed with this vehicle and the many features that come standard on this car. I am on my 4th day of ownership. Everything seems to be screwed together well. I cannot comment on the reliability of my new Rabbit.
WoW
dave farviknugen, 02/01/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
For sure will get speeding tickets cause its way fun, surprised haven't been stopped. Yet. Should be the best selling car in America. Canoes and kayaks fit fine on roof rack. Lots of stuff in back. Back seat is better than previous years VWs. Did I say this is fun?
Awesome Compact Car
ben, 01/29/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is better than any other compact car in the market today. It is awesome and I recommend it to anyone. It's priced a little bit higher than other compacts, but it has sooooooooooo many additional features that cars in a higher class have.
Awesome
melissa, 06/13/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well I guess I have to say that I will never own anything other than a VW, so I am a little biased, but my new Rabbit is awesome. I just love it. The only downside is that they don't come as a diesel or have a good input plug for an iPod. I would recommend this car to anyone who wants a great car for a low cost.
Great Car!
Mike M, 05/20/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is a very good buy. I bought this car in July 06 , had to wait some time because I purchased a 2007, not 06. I upgraded from 15 stock wheels to 16 inch alloy mag wheels, much better ride. Make sure you get ASR and stability control. 6 speed automatic tiptronic transmission is really cool! Seats are a little budget, but the car stops on a dime! Handles great!! Gas mileage is not too bad. Safety cage of vehicle is like one you would get on 35k or more vehicle. Transmission is a little tight between 20 mph and 40 mph, after that it takes off! Road noise not bad. Oil is synthetic from factory, car is made in Wolfsburg.
Not as good as I expected
tacalin, 05/17/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bad points that I found up until now: Seats too rigid. In a trip Montreal Toronto (about 500 Km) it is really difficult to be comfortable. Auto-volume control makes the lower frequency go very high if I brake. Making this option OFF solve the problem. Too much gas consumption in town, about 18.1 miles for a gallon, or 13 liters for 100 Km. On the highway, it was about 23.52 miles for a gallon, or 10 liters for 100 Km. - A constant difference of 5 Km/h between the speedometer and a GPS (at 55 real, it shows 50, at 125 it shows 120). The same GPS gadget was used on several Americans and Japanese cars and the error was about 1 Km/h, more or less.
Rabbit is Right
2intwenty, 02/01/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased the Rabbit a week ago, and am enjoying the well-designed interior and great drive very much. I find the car very well-named as it feels very much like a quick and nimble little rabbit. My only caution is the engine noise, and I feel the 2.5 to be quite thrashy-rattling around 2,000-2,500 RPM under acceleration. I am sincerely hoping that this is not due to a developing engine problem. Time will tell and I will update periodically.
ROCKS!
Kuya, 04/07/2009
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I do not know why this people are saying bad thinks about this car!!! i was reading the reviews and ohh man.. i have never seen anything like that on my car. Good Performance, the Torque is great for this car. It handles pretty good. not problems with this car at all. Also, the oil change, you can do it in several places, like Goodyear, good people, good price for a synthetic oil. the brakes are really good, it could be better, but i cant complain. even i have driven my Stock Rabbit into a track race and it performs really good in corners. If you really take care of your car, and drive it responsible, you will receive response back from it!!! Love it!
Couldnt Find a Better Hatchback
Matt, 02/04/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I tried to find a better deal on a hatchback used and domestic (even went to car auctions). This two door appears to have more room than the four door Focus. What sold me was the vast range of features and powertrain. It is a huge improvement from the Mark IV Golf with its four wheel independent, five cylinder, and a very smooth shifting six speed Tiptronic transmission for only $17,000! The plastics on the exterior protect exactly where the car would get bumped in parking lots. Plus it has traction control, heated mirrors, ABS, cruise control, six airbags, laser wielded frame, and daytime running lights...the list goes on. I would love to sell these for a living.
Rabbit vs. Mazda3 / Civic / Fit = Rabbit Wins
gumpyoldman, 02/17/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I test drove a Fit, a Civic, Corolla, Matrix, Mazda3 and a Versa. The Rabbit was by far the most impressive of the bunch. I never though I'd own another VW but the Rabbit was far and away the better driving car so one is now in my driveway. Its gas mileage is better than I had expected and it handles really well. It is a great little snow car too!
Getting disappointed
frankenstrat, 10/14/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The gas mileage seems great (I average 37-40 mph highway), get up and go is great, love how it handles in rain and snow (with the exception of the wipers pushing water back onto the windshield). If it does rain, you must keep your windows closed or it pours inside. Within 6 months I began having problems with the front end - always seemed like something was rubbing and steering was not as tight. Well after 5 trips to the dealer they replaced the strut mounts, worked for about 2 weeks. After two more trips to the dealer, they are basically replacing the front end - not a good sign after one year.
Mr. Rabbit is a funny bunny
sisterearth, 06/29/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car has a lot of pep to it! Passing is no problem, keeping it under the speed limit may be! I like the design, the interior is very comfortable. Good space even in the backseat, folded down my large dog stretches out nicely. Lots of cup holders, spots to put stuff, good air conditioner!
2007 Rabbit Coupe
S. A. Sherman, 03/26/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Near luxury quality interior and build. Fun to drive. Good city car. No problems to date. Fine economical transport.
Could have been great...
pikers, 06/03/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
At my first oil change I complained that the shift lever was violently shaking in 4th gear, so VW replaced the shift assembly. Things went well for a few months and then the shaking came back. I brought it back to the dealer for the 10k checkup and told them the shaking was back. To my amazement they told me they had to rebuild my transmission!! This should never happen with a manual gear box, especially one with 9500 miles on it. But it doesn't stop there. Today the automatic up/down feature for the windows stopped working. I've owned the car for a year and put 9500 miles on it and it has been in the shop for over 4 weeks in one year...not a good ratio if you asked me.
Why do rear brakes wear out so soon?
Ricardo M. Huerta, 07/17/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Today I took my car to have a rear braking noise checked at the dealer where I bought it. I knew the problem was with the rear brakes but I didn't figure it to be worn out brake pads and worn metal to metal with less than 20k miles. The front brake pads hardly show any wear at all and now I must spent over $300.00 to fix the problem. Dealer service says that rear brakes wear out twice as fast as the front brakes on this model. I've always known the front to rear wear ratio to be the opposite and more like 3 front repairs for every rear repair. Front brakes handle about 70% of the stopping for most vehicles and are therefore always thicker. I've had other cars so why the quick wear out?
Luv My Bunny
Lori, 02/24/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've always driven old Volvos, but last year after spending a month in Munich I became a fan of German engineering. I have not been disappointed in my new Rabbit. I am in LOVE. It hugs the road and scoots around like a high performance sports car! Everyone that drives it adores it. It fits like a glove when driving. It's a real drivers' car. It great in the snowy Vermont winters (get Nokian tires).
Run Rabbit Run
red07vdub, 08/12/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
At first I didn't know if I liked the new Rabbit, then I went on a test drive in one. I never thought that the 5-cylinder engine would have that much pep to it. They also did the trick with having a lot of features in the standard base priced model. Not only is the car affordable, it gives you more than you money's worth in fuel economy and the options. I love my new Rabbit.
Wundercar!
sruczko, 03/19/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I knew I was going to buy this car as soon as I sat in it at a recent auto show. So far, I have not regretted trading my 2004 Element for this fun to drive and feature laden hatchback. It has an excellent Teutonic design inside and out, and it has every feature you really need for your daily drive. It has top notch build quality. It is an Audi for the masses.
The Rabbit is a Wonderful Car!
k8er07, 01/29/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Rabbit is not only an attractive car, it is very safe. I was in an accident, and it saved my life. The Rabbit is very affordable, and is the perfect car for the city, a student, or especially someone directly out of school.
Awesome Car!!!
Shaun, 04/01/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just got the rabbit yesterday, I did a lot of research into this and other models (i.e., toyota corolla, yaris, civic, mazda3) and found this to be the most impressive out of them. I have always owned japanese, mainly toyota, and when I drove this car, I was impressed with how much more solid, and responsive it felt. I didn't feel like I was driving a heap of recycled beer cans, and it has amazing get up and go due to the 170lb/ft of torque. I would recommend this car to anyone that seriously enjoys feeling safe, and enjoying a quiet ride, without wanting to spend a ton of cash. You will not be disappointed!
I love Jack
Dannie, 04/17/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Jack is the name I gave my 2007 Rabbit I bought 3 weeks ago. I LOVE my car. I looked at a Yaris, Civic, Fit, Corolla and was debating until my dad called me up and said I should test drive a Rabbit before making my decision. This car sold itself to me. I test drove it, pronounced this was the car I was getting and bought it! All my friends are jealous... in 3 weeks I've gone from 17 miles to mid 700 miles and it still makes me very happy. I was looking for a 2 door manual transmission that made driving fun. I found it and more with everything it comes with. I strongly recommend this car to anyone!
Great Little Car!
troy, 03/21/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have been looking into getting a new car for a while now and we were blown away by the Rabbit. The look of the interior and exterior are great and it has way more standard features than expected. There are so many little features and neat things about this car that I feel like a salesperson every time I tell someone about it! The ride is comfortable and smooth for a car its size. It has a ton of room inside to fit four people comfortably. It handles really nicely and has a lot of power. It shifts really smoothly and quickly for being an automatic and the Tiptronic is fun to have (even though I don't really use it all that often). Seriously, this is an incredibly fun car to drive!
what a rabbit
Wen, 03/26/2009
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit PZEV 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got this car 2 yrs. ago, now it's got 26,000 miles on it. It has been a great a little car, there are not problem so far, it gets 28 mpg on a 50 hwy & 50 city. Do my own oil change at every 5000 miles to save money. This car gets up and go love it.
Mine's named Thumper!
Musikfaery, 08/09/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit PZEV 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got my Rabbit a few months ago and absolutely LOVE it! My family has always driven Volkswagens and I'm no exception. It has great torque, super spacious insides for a two door, and it ultra sleek in design on the outside as well as in. My boyfriend is 6'2" and fits in the passenger seat comfortably, where as on the opposite spectrum, I am 5'4" and the seat and wheel adjust well for smaller build too. Recently took it on a 1,000 mile road trip and loved every minute of it! Great storage in the hatch, and all the options are wonderful, specially the mp3 hookup in the arm rest. The sparkly blue paint is great, and didn't cost a cent extra. Absolutely love my Thumper!!
Reliable but Raucous
neil, 01/10/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought an '07 4-door right off the showroom floor, black with the 17" V-Vision wheels (I was hooked). This is my third VW, and the other two ('78 Rabbit, '88 Fox) were bulletproof. I compared the Mazda3, and the Rabbit offers far more features, refinement, and power (the 2.5L has terrific torque) for the money. Since October 2006, I've put 20,000 miles on it (18,000 miles in the first year). It feels like a budget Audi. What sinks it are the rattles (see Suggested Improvements). I've had it to the dealer once; whatever they did only muted the rattles a little bit for a little while. No new car should rattle this much. I've had numerous Fords (no paragons of quality) that were far quieter.
Feels exspensive
shawn, 06/14/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am completely satisfied with my choice of the VW auto. This car feels and rides just as awesome as it looks. Great passing power, even at 70 mph. Handles the local twisties with pleasant agility. I bought mine with the ground effects and it is worth the money, looks really cool and sporty. I also upgraded to 16" wheels for better ride. Just remember this changes the speedometer accuracy. I can't figure out how to sit inside with the interior dash lights on, without the driving lights blinding away at the same time (kind of irritating). Also it seems there is no glovebox light. Cruise control on the blinkers is less than desirable. The seat adjustments are poorly designed. I recommend this car.
Best Subcompact out there
BP, 07/21/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Everything about this car is positive. The interior is great, the exterior is nice, and the engine is peppy.the interior is very good build quality, perhaps even upscale. The sunroof works great. Some say that it gets bad MPG, but in the real world, it only gets about 2-3 mpg less than those Japanese models that sacrifice everything to get 28 mpg in the city (real world, EPA for 2007 has been known to be inaccurate). Depending on the day, I get from 24-26 mpg in the city, and 27-32 mpg on the highway. I would rather drive a comfortable, safe, great handling, and good looking car than one that is small, uncomfortable, and one that has lackluster handling.
Geat Car
Cbrown888, 06/28/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Rented a Golf MKV in Budapest to drive down to Vienna and enjoyed the car so much that we bought one soon after we got back to NJ. The car has not been in the shop once since we've owned it since I do my own service work. The car is great on long trips and handles like a car twice it's price. Bought the Rabbit over the GTI since it doesn't need premium fuel like the turbo charged 2.0 motors. The interior space is excellent and really like the positioning of controls. The overall fit and finish is excellent and typical of a good European car. Overall we'll be keeping this car for a while since I usually get tired of cars pretty quickly
V-Dubbin in my Rabbit
Atomicbri, 08/21/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Ok I love this car! There is no doubt about it! It drives and handles excellently. I have the auto box and it is excellent. All around this is a great car for the money. I see a lot of owners here saying they are not as happy w/ the mpg and while it is a bit lower, I will take the fun to drive factor any day! I get about 30 on hwy and overall I have averaged about 27 total w/ mixed driving. Overall have never been to the dealership except for maintenance. My dealership is pretty friendly I live in Chattanooga where the new VW plant is being built and so the dealership there just got rebuilt and is top notch!
Great Value
Ohio Jim, 09/13/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought a base manual 2007 Rabbit and was surprised at how much equipment comes standard. It has power locks/windows and an MP3 player for example. To get that in a Civic I would have paid at least $3,000 more. Of course, with VW if all that still works in seven years I'll be stunned. They definitely used some cheap plastics in the interior. I've eyed three things that will surely be broken before the warranty is up. The poor quality history not withstanding, a great car for the money, mainly because the performance is fantastic. It is just plain fun to drive. If I wasn't so scared of the quality issues and notorious electrical problems I would have opted for the Tiptronic auto that I test drove - that thing rocked!
First Review
Greyman99, 08/21/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have only owned my Rabbit for a couple of weeks, but already know I will not regret the purchase. It is sensible for an in-city driver like me (3-5 miles/day most days). You get a lot of car for a little price, without throwing the extra $6,000 down for the GTI version. This car is very stylish and remarkably roomy inside (my parents are jealous--they have a new Beetle). Plus, unlike a lot of the 2-door Hatchbacks coming out (the Yaris at $11,000--ha--only if you barely have air-conditioning), the Rabbit comes pretty loaded at the base package. It has power everything, cruise control, etc. I am looking forward to the accessories packages to outfit the base model (be warned: floor mats are not standard, for some reason).
I Love this Car, It's a Great Value
Aaron, 09/29/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Three weeks and two tanks of gas later I can say I have loved every minute in this car (especially at night ... you'll see). Although I do have to say it's been a real challenge driving moderately to break in the engine. Three weeks without redlining or driving full-throttle is absolute torture in this car. You can get up to 50 mph in second gear (and it's hard to keep it under that speed). I'm happy to report that the car's gas mileage is better than expected. The first tank of vigorous city driving achieved 24.7 mpg. The second tank I drove moderately (which equals somewhat aggressive driving to me), about 30% / 70% city / hwy driving. I achieved 30.3 mpg. This car has solid handling, performance, and a reasonable price.
Wish I had stepped up to a GTI
jordan23, 05/01/2009
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
In general, I'm pretty happy with this car. I had a problem with a rattle at the top of the dash, but the dealership fixed it without charge. Quite a bit of tire noise-probably the 17" wheels. The door mirrors are quite small so you have to adjust them perfectly-used to hate this but not anymore. No reliability issues at all. Handling is very solid-buckled down generally, but a bump in a turn will upset the chassis. Great safety with all the airbags and traction/stability. The cabin feels very open with high roofline-very nice visibility. Comfortable even for the long haul. Generally a joy to drive. At this price point the Rabbit can't be beat. Would like power/DSG/handling of a GTI though
The Rabbit Rocks
joe, 02/23/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is one sweet ride. It has a great build, great power, and a great price.
Great Little Car!
iRobert1989, 07/26/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have owned the car for about a month now and it is GREAT! Not a single problem with it whatsoever. Has PLENTY of pickup on the highway. The brakes are perfect! I love the Euro-styling. Great radio system. Love the 10 speakers and the satellite radio and the ipod aux and the 6 disk in-dash changer. The 6 Speed Automatic is perfect especially in sport or tiptronic mode. The car comes standard with a whole lot which is nice.
This car kicks!
VeeDubs Forever, 07/02/2008
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car, a 2007 leftover, off the showroom floor. I fell in love with it the minute I drove it, and it just keeps getting better and better. When I see it from the outside I can't believe how small it looks - the interior is so roomy and comfortable. This is THE perfect city car. I drive less than 5 miles roundtrip each weekday, then take to the highway on the weekends. The Rabbit is zippy and such fun to drive either way. I love the safety features and the versatility. This is my second VW (2000 Jetta) but my first hatchback and I am utterly amazed by what will fit in this car. But what excites me the most are the high-end features like the wheels, the sunroof,and the heated seats.
So Far I Love It!
JS, 10/21/2006
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for about a month and so far I'm thrilled with my purchase. Everyone notices this car and asks me what it is. I am not very tall, but the Rabbit has great visibility. VW rates the fuel efficiency as 22 city/30 hwy, but I've been getting around 24-26 city mpg. I'm very pleased with the acceleration of the inline 5-cyl. engine, yet it still has decent fuel efficiency. It is roomier than expected and has a lot of cool creature comforts. This car has a lot of bang for the buck. All the safety features are STANDARD, while other cars I tested had extra charges for side airbags and ABS and traction control. This car had the most features for the best price.
Never Again
Jason Reid, 08/15/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my second VW. Now after I sold my first Golf I missed that car for over 5 years so it was apparent that i would buy another VW when I could. The car rides and handles great but my buddy gets better fuel mileage in his 2002 Toyota 4Runner. My Rabbit has stalled 9 times since ownership after a cold start in the middle of a busy highway, tell me that's safe. VW says that it's not throwing any codes and it seems to be working fine. Oh yeah it also has an automatic transmission, go figure. Yesterday I test drove a Nissan Versa which had more interior space but 28 less horsepower which I didn't even notice and better gas mileage. Just stay away from this car.
Rabbit is a sure-footed ride
Gregory, 04/07/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A reassuring, solid ride with all the peppiness you'd expect from a car that calls itself a Rabbit. I've been a long-time Civic driver and the ride quality of the Rabbit really impresses me. The Rabbit is a very refined car and an excellent value for the money. On the downside, fuel economy is not super.
A Solid Ride
Icon_Daemon, 04/08/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit PZEV 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2 dr Sage Green, ABS/ESP only, w/15" steel wheels: the basic model. The ride is smooth and competent in the corners at all speeds. The engine puts out a throaty growl during accel. The pickup is superb (150 hp, 170fp of tq.), and highway cruising is excellent, with plenty of power reserve for quick escapes or conversely, with surefooted 4-wheel disk brakes to slow you down on a dime. The interior is well thought out, with driver's controls well-placed. The console lighting is especially stylish at night. Seating adjustments for a variety of driver sizes is excellent, the headroom being the most obvious. Passengers do not miss out. Folding rear seats increase cargo space.
Robust economical car
well, 04/05/2007
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car has proved to be a sound reliable car with good quality amenities such as CD player, power windows, mirriors, doors, etc. Additionally, this car has good low end torque and it cruises and handles very well at high speeds. The car could use a little more horsepower to compliment the torque, but all in all, the car is really good.