2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
US · Compact Cars
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.5L 5-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 5-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 5 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 5 to 6 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 16, 2026.
16V913000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of…
Reported December 20, 2016. View on NHTSA
10V621000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 JETTA, NEW BEETLE, NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, MODEL YEAR 2009 JETTA SPORTWAGEN AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 RABBIT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES. THE JETTA, JETTA SPORTWAGEN, AND RABBIT VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST AN UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE NEW BEETLE…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL LINE. ADDITIONALLY, DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE MODEL, DEALERS WILL EITHER REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR, OR INSPECT THE POSITION OF THE…
Reported December 10, 2010. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 15, 2026
Data verified: October 16, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
Gasoline
2.5L 5-cylinder · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit have?
2.5L 5-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 16, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.