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Volkswagen Rabbit

1984–2009 · 24 configurations

Lowest
21
Average
26
Best
38
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The Volkswagen Rabbit has been tested by the EPA across 24 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 2009. Over this period, the Rabbit has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 38 MPG, with an overall average of 26 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2009
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,500213024MPG
2009
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,500202924MPG
2008
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,500222924MPG
2008
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,500212924MPG
2007
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192822MPG
2007
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700192822MPG
2006
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192822MPG
2006
2.5L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Regular
$2,700192822MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spd • Diesel
$2,800273129MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spd • Diesel
$2,150354338MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Diesel
$2,250334036MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$2,200243227MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$2,200233227MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,700212422MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,700212422MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200243127MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,300233126MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spd • Diesel
$2,150354338MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,850202421MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,850202421MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400233025MPG
1984
1.7L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400233025MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG

Historical Efficiency

2009
24
2008
24
2007
22
2006
22
1984
38

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Rabbit) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Volkswagen Rabbit. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Volkswagen Volkswagen Rabbit grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
72
Total Deaths
38

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
15.3%
Fire Occurrence
2.8%
Speeding Involved
22.2%
DUI Involved
29.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
17%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2021
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2020
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2019
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.27
2018
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2017
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2016
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2015
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2009
1
2007
1
2006
1
1984
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory