Rabbit seems like a REAL threat to Yaris - Toyota Yaris Forums

BensVitz · 08-11-2006, 01:07 AM

What do you guys think of the VW Rabbit 2-door?

It starts at $14990 and comes statndard with power EVERYTHING. 10 speaker stereo, 150 hp, cruise control, remote entry, 5 year powertrain and 4-year everything else including 4 years of Roadside assistance STANDARD. These will actually be built in Germany too. Not like the Golf of Mexico... get it? Sorry.

The Yaris with Power Package is going to be near $14000 and still won't have half of those features.

I'm sorry, but I may have to start looking at the Rabbit a little more seriously. The Rabbit is a great looking car. Good milage is nice, but features are nice too.

Ben

ketel0ne · 08-11-2006, 01:30 AM

It's gas mileage is rating 25% less than the Yaris. this may be the wrong place to ask what people think about the VW. Some of us may be a bit biased.

Volkswagen Rabbit
5 cyl, 2.5 L, Man(5), Regular 22 city 30 hwy

Volkswagen Rabbit
5 cyl, 2.5 L, Auto(6), Regular 22 city 30 hwy

http://www.fueleconomy.org/feg/findacar.htm

More info the dest charge is $630 on top of $14,990, Auto trans is $1075, so for 16,695 I'll take my yaris that was $13,140 with the Auto and I'll roll down my windows.

BensVitz · 08-11-2006, 01:44 AM

Save $1000.00 and get the manual. They're more sporting anyways.

Ben

ketel0ne · 08-11-2006, 01:59 AM

I was giving a heads up comparison to what I bought, apples vs apples, I don't have the power package but I do have auto. So I am in for $3500 less against the 2 door rabbit. I realize it the rabbit has other options standard as well, but the Yaris fit my needs and price. You may wanna look at the Xa as well it is more optioned than the Yaris as well for a similar price.

I bought the first hatchback I found on a lot and I am happy. For my 650 miles a week, the MPG was the most important factor.

On a VW, you may wanna wait for the 2008's to see if they release a TDI diesel.

mrlam · 08-11-2006, 02:43 AM

To be honest, i do really like VW rabbit, either rabbit or yaris when i make a final choices, It is about $3000 CAD dollars different. But my family has very bad exprience on European car.(my brother's BMW 325i brought back to dealer reset the engine light 3 times and they cannot find out the problem, my uncle drive his Volvo not much but end up the car needs to be replace the transmission. My friends VW and Mini also need to reset the engine lights). Buy a new car it suppost a happy thing, i don;t want to get headache. So I bought a Yaris end up( This is my fourth Toyota I ever got, I am not rich, I can't take the risk, I am very happy with my Yaris.)

Dawn Eshelman · 08-11-2006, 04:41 AM

I traded my '99 VW Beetle for the Yaris LB. Loved it the first few years...after that, something was constantly breaking. Service really sucked too...never been so happy to get rid of a car.

boxerboy · 08-11-2006, 04:50 AM

VW is no threat to any Toyota.

argylesocks · 08-11-2006, 05:17 AM

the VW is pretty sweet. but i gave up the extra features for having better mpg.

my basic rule was 'buy the cheapest car you can find with the best mpg"

the yaris looked good which was an added bonus.

Boo · 08-11-2006, 07:15 AM

I like the new Rabbit (price is very attractive), also I am a fan of VW Golf/Rabbit.
Before I made my decision on Yaris I had think about it. But the current Rabbit made me very disappointed.
1. Worse gas milage than the last gen.
The Golf IV having 24/30mpg.. the Rabbit having 22/30mpg.
2. No TDI engine option (if they do, it will be in $20+k range).
In these days, fuel efficient is a very critical factor for consumer choosing their next vehicle. Also think about the resale, few years later. Market will flood with hybrids and more fuel efficient vehicle, who is going to buy a Rabbit with lousy gas milage?
To me I need a efficient vehicle for my daily commute, so I choose Yaris instead of Rabbit.

Buckethead · 08-11-2006, 08:38 AM

I agree, No VW is a threat to toyota....

BTW, VW's are chick cars. Sorry, fellas, nothing wrong with driving one, but I would never own one. Even the name sounds femine. Rabbit? Awwwwe, what a cute little bunny rabbit!

fnkngrv · 08-11-2006, 08:55 AM

The only VDub that was really awesome was the Sirocco:

or the Corrado:

Granted this was back in the day however I would love to have a Corrado...they were pretty damned fun.

FlintS · 08-11-2006, 08:56 AM

I have only owned fast turbo cars. I bought the yaris simply because of the price and the gas mileage. Also with springs and some rims, the yaris is one of the best looking cars on the road. I never have been a fan of the VW rabbit. They should leave it in retirement...

argylesocks · 08-11-2006, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Buckethead

I agree, No VW is a threat to toyota....

BTW, VW's are chick cars. Sorry, fellas, nothing wrong with driving one, but I would never own one. Even the name sounds femine. Rabbit? Awwwwe, what a cute little bunny rabbit!

i hate to break it to you...but the Yaris aint dripping with testoterone.

not that i mind, but the most common comments i get are "small, cute, gay"

rstb88 · 08-11-2006, 10:08 AM

the only Vdub thats a threat is the 4wd Scirocco. All the new ones seem to have electrical grimlins.

Thirty-Nine · 08-11-2006, 10:10 AM

Although someone beat me to the punch, I'll reiterate: 22/30 is not a threat.

bulldogs2k · 08-11-2006, 10:32 AM

lol i get 36 mpg when i'm hauling a$$ down the highway, or better yet, in the city.

Buckethead · 08-11-2006, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by argylesocks

i hate to break it to you...but the Yaris aint dripping with testoterone.

not that i mind, but the most common comments i get are "small, cute, gay"

That sucks, I've just gotten all good props. Mostly people scratching their heads as to what it is. No gay jokes. Don't get me wrong, the only VW's I like are the old school "bugs". That's about it.
Every person that I ever knew that drove a VW was either a woman, or gay. That's just my experience.

paultyler_82 · 08-12-2006, 01:54 AM

I like the rabbit, but if someone is basing this purchase on fuel economy, the Yaris is the hands down winner... besides, the only modern VW I think would be even slightly fun is the R32, and that's just out of my price range.

08-11-2006, 01:07 AM	#1
BensVitz Drives: 2001 Mazda P/U Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 35	Rabbit seems like a REAL threat to Yaris What do you guys think of the VW Rabbit 2-door? It starts at $14990 and comes statndard with power EVERYTHING. 10 speaker stereo, 150 hp, cruise control, remote entry, 5 year powertrain and 4-year everything else including 4 years of Roadside assistance STANDARD. These will actually be built in Germany too. Not like the Golf of Mexico... get it? Sorry. The Yaris with Power Package is going to be near $14000 and still won't have half of those features. I'm sorry, but I may have to start looking at the Rabbit a little more seriously. The Rabbit is a great looking car. Good milage is nice, but features are nice too. Ben

08-11-2006, 01:30 AM	#2
ketel0ne Drives: 2007 Liftback Blazing Blue Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Charles Town, WV Posts: 104	It's gas mileage is rating 25% less than the Yaris. this may be the wrong place to ask what people think about the VW. Some of us may be a bit biased. Volkswagen Rabbit 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Man(5), Regular 22 city 30 hwy Volkswagen Rabbit 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Auto(6), Regular 22 city 30 hwy http://www.fueleconomy.org/feg/findacar.htm More info the dest charge is $630 on top of $14,990, Auto trans is $1075, so for 16,695 I'll take my yaris that was $13,140 with the Auto and I'll roll down my windows. __________________

08-11-2006, 01:59 AM	#4
ketel0ne Drives: 2007 Liftback Blazing Blue Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Charles Town, WV Posts: 104	I was giving a heads up comparison to what I bought, apples vs apples, I don't have the power package but I do have auto. So I am in for $3500 less against the 2 door rabbit. I realize it the rabbit has other options standard as well, but the Yaris fit my needs and price. You may wanna look at the Xa as well it is more optioned than the Yaris as well for a similar price. I bought the first hatchback I found on a lot and I am happy. For my 650 miles a week, the MPG was the most important factor. On a VW, you may wanna wait for the 2008's to see if they release a TDI diesel. __________________

08-11-2006, 04:50 AM	#7
boxerboy Drives: WRX ,Tacoma and Yaris Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 206	VW is no threat to any Toyota. __________________ "PERCEPTION IS SELECTION"

08-11-2006, 08:55 AM	#11
fnkngrv Mr. 155 and climbing View User's Garage Drives: Seriously Modded 07 Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Hotbox Posts: 4,742	The only VDub that was really awesome was the Sirocco: or the Corrado: Granted this was back in the day however I would love to have a Corrado...they were pretty damned fun. __________________ Team Tiamat Racing on Facebook Youtube Channel: Team Tiamat Racing *Class record holder in Land Speed @ 154.5mph for 1.5 mile and 145.5mph in the mile in the F (2.016 to 3.014 L), G (1.524 to 2.015 L), and H (1.016 to 1.523 L) classes.*

08-11-2006, 01:44 AM	#3
BensVitz Drives: 2001 Mazda P/U Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 35	Save $1000.00 and get the manual. They're more sporting anyways. Ben

08-11-2006, 02:43 AM	#5
mrlam Drives: Yaris Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Edmonton Posts: 55	To be honest, i do really like VW rabbit, either rabbit or yaris when i make a final choices, It is about $3000 CAD dollars different. But my family has very bad exprience on European car.(my brother's BMW 325i brought back to dealer reset the engine light 3 times and they cannot find out the problem, my uncle drive his Volvo not much but end up the car needs to be replace the transmission. My friends VW and Mini also need to reset the engine lights). Buy a new car it suppost a happy thing, i don;t want to get headache. So I bought a Yaris end up( This is my fourth Toyota I ever got, I am not rich, I can't take the risk, I am very happy with my Yaris.)

08-11-2006, 04:41 AM	#6
Dawn Eshelman Drives: Silver Yaris Liftback Join Date: May 2006 Location: Maui, HI Posts: 30	I traded my '99 VW Beetle for the Yaris LB. Loved it the first few years...after that, something was constantly breaking. Service really sucked too...never been so happy to get rid of a car.

08-11-2006, 05:17 AM	#8
argylesocks Bears eat beets. Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: manch Posts: 202	the VW is pretty sweet. but i gave up the extra features for having better mpg. my basic rule was 'buy the cheapest car you can find with the best mpg" the yaris looked good which was an added bonus.

08-11-2006, 07:15 AM	#9
Boo View User's Garage Drives: PW Yaris LB AT Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 241	I like the new Rabbit (price is very attractive), also I am a fan of VW Golf/Rabbit. Before I made my decision on Yaris I had think about it. But the current Rabbit made me very disappointed. 1. Worse gas milage than the last gen. The Golf IV having 24/30mpg.. the Rabbit having 22/30mpg. 2. No TDI engine option (if they do, it will be in $20+k range). In these days, fuel efficient is a very critical factor for consumer choosing their next vehicle. Also think about the resale, few years later. Market will flood with hybrids and more fuel efficient vehicle, who is going to buy a Rabbit with lousy gas milage? To me I need a efficient vehicle for my daily commute, so I choose Yaris instead of Rabbit.

08-11-2006, 08:38 AM	#10
Buckethead Drives: 2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: California Posts: 165	I agree, No VW is a threat to toyota.... BTW, VW's are chick cars. Sorry, fellas, nothing wrong with driving one, but I would never own one. Even the name sounds femine. Rabbit? Awwwwe, what a cute little bunny rabbit!

08-11-2006, 08:56 AM	#12
FlintS Drives: 2007 Yaris S Sedan Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Mission Viejo Posts: 60	I have only owned fast turbo cars. I bought the yaris simply because of the price and the gas mileage. Also with springs and some rims, the yaris is one of the best looking cars on the road. I never have been a fan of the VW rabbit. They should leave it in retirement...

08-11-2006, 10:08 AM	#14
rstb88 Drives: Silver Hatchback Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 150	the only Vdub thats a threat is the 4wd Scirocco. All the new ones seem to have electrical grimlins. __________________ "Automatic carwashes are like Hookers........are you sure you want to use it next???? (Jer)"

08-11-2006, 10:10 AM	#15
Thirty-Nine Small cars are a big deal View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 3,144	Although someone beat me to the punch, I'll reiterate: 22/30 is not a threat. __________________ Subcompact Culture: The Small car blog

08-11-2006, 10:32 AM	#16
bulldogs2k Drives: '00 s2000, 2007 yaris hatch Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Va Beach Posts: 124	lol i get 36 mpg when i'm hauling a$$ down the highway, or better yet, in the city.

08-12-2006, 01:54 AM	#18
paultyler_82 View User's Garage Drives: 07 Meteorite Metallic Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: USA Posts: 441	I like the rabbit, but if someone is basing this purchase on fuel economy, the Yaris is the hands down winner... besides, the only modern VW I think would be even slightly fun is the R32, and that's just out of my price range.

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