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Used 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit S PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

After 135K Miles Some Repairs But Reliable

Kevin Lee, Inglewood, CA, 08/16/2016
updated 08/22/2018
Volkswagen Rabbit S PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful

This car is not an economy car but very versatile. Fun to drive. Decent horse power. Very reliable. Only one problem was considered abnormal is the seal gasket of the vacuum pump was leaking. Dealer wants $400 for the vacuum pump but only the seal O ring needed replacement (found it online for $40). Replaced both front axles due to normal wear. Replaced all belts, which is a normal maintenance. Other than those mentioned, everything is pretty much original.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Practical Fun

BunnyLuvr, 11/09/2007
Volkswagen Rabbit S PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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I looked at all the small hatchbacks and the Rabbit won, hands down. Coming from another German car, a BMW 325, I appreciate the solid build - it doesn't have that tinny feel that too many of the Japanese econoboxes have. The standard features, like the ABS, DSC, etc., make the price very competitive. As far as driving experience, I would have to honestly say, this car is about 90% of the fun of my BMW for about 60% of the price.

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5 out of 5 stars

Ten Ten Ten Ten Ten.

irobert1989, 06/14/2008
Volkswagen Rabbit S PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have had this cutie for a week and compared to every car I test drove in its price range you get the most bang for your buck on this one. with heated front seats, ABS, and traction control as standard equipment the rabbit comes out head of its class every time.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my new Bunny

Redbox, 02/17/2008
Volkswagen Rabbit S PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I just got my new bunny a week ago, I love it. It got its baptism, not by fire, but 8 inches of snow. My previous vehicle was an '00 Tracker, 4WD, and I was concerned about not having the 4WD. I was pleased with the traction control, having not driven FWD for years. Very pleased with everything. I currently have 242 miles on a little less than 3/4 of a tank gas. I think the mileage will be fine. In summary, Farfegnugen!! I never thought I would own a VW.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Rapid Rabbit

Galileo, 07/31/2008
Volkswagen Rabbit S PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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I am a grandmother of five. Drive for pleasure and business. This car is precise, concise and fun. Great turning radii and very responsive. Extremely comfortable seats and easy on the eyes dashboard. I drive a lot of back country roads. The tiptronic offers the fun of a manual transmission and the flexibility of an automatic. I handed my Honda Fit over to one of my kids. The comfort of the Rabbit was impossible to resist. Heated seats and partially electronic, they are easy to adjust precisely. The car feels solid and centered and leaves me fatigue free. I am averaging 26-28 mph and the car is not broken in yet. Sound system is solid and satellite radio subscription is free for a tryout.

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