Used 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit Hatchback Consumer Reviews
Used Rabbit for sale
Fun car, but unreliable and costly to repair
Kalifornia Tuffy, 12/26/2024
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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I purchased my 2009 Rabbit 11 years ago with 38K mi on it. Within 6 months, it needed a fairly major repair. But I loved the car and continued to keep driving it. It is the only car I have ever owned that was involved in a recall (ABS Module). In the last three years of its life, I have spent endless amounts on repairs. The interior is one of the worst I have ever seen. Uncomfortable seats, cheap plastic parts that fall apart, door fabric and headliner, all sagging and needing to be replaced. I loved driving this VW but the fact that I spent 3x the amount on constant repairs than I have on any other vehicle means it was my first and last VW.
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Well worth it.
Shakecakes, 08/29/2008
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
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The handling is still a little unresponsive, but VW definitely put some thought into this car. Fuel mileage is a little bad but coming from 20/27 I'm good. There are little easter eggs in this car that a good run-through should show. Stereo system could be improved, as it sounds like I'm listening through two old computer speakers, but who buys the base and expects premium sound? Radio reception and sound are much better than I expected. The back seat is big enough to fit maybe one person comfortably, but don't through two adults back there. Also you don't even notice the lack of arm rest if you decide to opt out of the iPod dock. But that's more a personal preference. All in all, get it.
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Solid, powerful, great styling
DM, 10/14/2008
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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Great little car, it feels very solid compared to other small cars in class. Independent suspension, great 6 speed transmission, 5 cylinder engine, add up to a lot of value for about 18K. Uncluttered instrument panel. Drivers seat great for taller drivers. Gets up and goes when it needs to.
best thing i have ever bought
rabbitfan, 01/02/2009
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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I went from a 4 door Tacoma to the rabbit. Never again will I buy a truck. Fits my 6,3 self, wife, and newborn perfectly. Awesome display, speakers, ride is sooo quite and smooth. All these complaints on the mph, I have had no such issues. Nor have I had any issues with blind spots. A blast to drive slow or fast. Aux hook up for the ipod is always a plus, satellite radio is an option on some. Auto door locks after 30 seconds is a great for safety.
Highly Recommended
KellyOConnor, 02/06/2009
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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The Rabbit is a very enjoyable car to drive. I've put 8000+ miles on it so far and find it both comfortable and fun. The torque supplied in the low range is a great change from most newer cars that save the power to above 5000rpms. My wife and I fight over driving this car daily, rather than the SUV we have.