The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, the latest model year on record, is 165.7″ long, 69.3″ wide and 58.3″ tall on a 101.6″ wheelbase, and weighs 2,974 lb. At 13.8 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 4.2 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Volkswagen Rabbit generation, measured
The biggest change came in 1979: the new car was 5.1″ longer and 154 lb heavier than the 1975–1978 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975–1978 | 155.1″ | 63″ | 55.9″ | 94.5″ | 1,830 lb |
| 1979–1982 | 160.2″ | 62.6″ | 57.5″ | 94.5″ | 1,984 lb |
| 1983–1984 | 155.1″ | 63.4″ | 55.5″ | 94.5″ | 1,925 lb |
| 2007–2009 | 165.7″ | 70.9″ | 58.3″ | 101.6″ | 2,974 lb |
Rabbit year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 165.7″ | 69.3″ | 101.6″ | 1 | |
| 2008 | 165.7″ | 70.9″ | 101.6″ | 1 | |
| 2007 | 165.7″ | 70.9″ | 101.6″ | 1 | |
| 1984 | 157.1″ | 63.4″ | 94.5″ | 4 | |
| 1983 | 155.1″ | 63.4″ | 94.5″ | 1 | |
| 1982 | 155.5″ | 63.4″ | 94.5″ | 3 | |
| 1981 | 155.5″ | 63.4″ | 94.5″ | 2 | |
| 1980 | 155.5″ | 62.6″ | 94.5″ | 2 | |
| 1979 | 160.2″ | 62.6″ | 94.5″ | 2 | |
| 1978 | 155.1″ | 63″ | 94.5″ | 1 | |
| 1977 | 155.1″ | 63″ | 94.5″ | 1 | |
| 1976 | 155.1″ | 63″ | 94.5″ | 1 | |
| 1975 | 155.1″ | 63″ | 94.5″ | 1 |
Rabbit on the used market
In 97 Rabbit listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2007–2009 car is the most common: 91 of them (94%), at an average asking price of $3,717.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2009 | 91 | 94% | $3,717 | 138,034 mi |
| Other years | 6 | 6% | $2,314 | 181,248 mi |
Will a Rabbit fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 13.8 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 13.8 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.8 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 480 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 69.3″ | 68.5″ | +0.8″ |
| Wheelbase | 101.6″ | 99.6″ | +2.0″ |
| Curb weight | 2,974 lb | 2,890 lb | +84 lb |
Rabbit against its rivals
Next to the Hyundai Tiburon, the Rabbit is the shortest and the heaviest of the two.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Rabbit (this car) | 2009 | 165.7″ | 69.3″ | 2,974 lb |
| Hyundai Tiburon | 2009 | 173.2″ | 69.3″ | 2,952 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2009 Rabbit bigger than the 2008?
No. The 2009 and 2008 Rabbit are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Rabbit or the Hyundai Tiburon?
The 2009 Hyundai Tiburon is 7.5″ longer and within 50 lb in weight than the 2009 Rabbit.
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