Yaris vs VW Rabbit

[RacerFreakXXX]

Yaris vs VW Rabbit, pros and cons?

[yarrr]

Rabbit - con - its a vw

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[RacerFreakXXX]

lol, well besides that

[PETERPOOP]

What year and what mods? ;)

[RedHatch08]

I thought about getting a Wabbit before.

One obvious con would be the cost of ownership over the life of the car.

Compared to the Yaris you're looking at higher initial purchase price, much higher fuel costs (22/30 MPG), higher insurance, and so on. Over the life of the car these things really add up.

Obvious pros over the Yaris would be performance related. 60+ more horsepower, stock turbo, better suspension, etc.

[Sir A.Y. Atoyot]

Not really a fair comparison - the Rabbit is a larger car. Rabbit vs. Matrix would be more reasonable.

[MadMax]

Originally Posted by RedHatch08

I thought about getting a Wabbit before.

One obvious con would be the cost of ownership over the life of the car.

Compared to the Yaris you're looking at higher initial purchase price, much higher fuel costs (22/30 MPG), higher insurance, and so on. Over the life of the car these things really add up.

Obvious pros over the Yaris would be performance related. 60+ more horsepower, stock turbo, better suspension, etc.

This nails it. I considered the Rabbit but for the above-listed reasons went with the Yaris. I just came off ten years with a Passat, and had another one for about the same length of time, and love VWs; but since I was basically looking for a commuter car with a little style the Yaris won hands down.

And I've been extremely happy with the decision ever since. That doesn't mean the Rabbit isn't a great car, but for the money I think the Yaris was a wiser investment...

Cheers! M2

[coffiend]

if I could afford a rabbit, I would gladly take it over my yaris.

but, since I cant afford one, I am more than happy with my lil' rollerskate.

[bkrownd]

I was really disappointed that the new rabbit became a sports car, instead of an economy car. Old rabbits rocked.

[2009BBPliftback]

just a small tid bit on the cost of ownership.. the rabbit/golf 2.5 recommend synthetic oil and the oil filter alone cost something like 16 dollars. My brother has a jetta 2.5 and was blown away by the ownership costs.. I'll keep my yaris anyday over something like that.

[Yaris Hilton]

The Germans have a long tradition of requiring special maintenance procedures and tools that effectively discourage DIY and neighborhood mechanics from maintaining and repairing them. The old air cooled Beetles were easy to work on, but far from trouble free.

[yarrr]

Originally Posted by PK198105

thats why they lost WW2,

ya THAT's why. Nothing about invading russia in winter or atomic bombs.. lol

[Yaris Hilton]

The Germans invaded Russia in the summer, but expected they'd roll right over them in a matter of weeks. They weren't prepared for the battle to last into the winter.

[Goose]

VW makes cars that are well-designed, drive well and are very safe. Despite reports that claim improved reliability, though, I still wouldn't put VW at the same level as Toyota. When I owned a VW, the car required several visits to the dealer to fix well-known reliability issues. I also found that the VW dealers I dealt with were not as interested in after-sale service as Toyota dealers.

VW has passionate followers, and I certainly understand this when driving dynamics are considered. For reliable, low-cost ownership, though, I would recommend a Yaris over a Golf/Rabbit any day.

[Wowzers78]

Originally Posted by PK198105

thats why they lost WW2, they made too many overengineered overly complex and sophisticated marvels to effectively sustain their efforts. I love their engineering but when you have to take the whole front end just to change the accessory belt (see Audi) its a bit problematic.

LMAO...you have to take the whole front end off the yaris to change the flippin headlight bulb! And definately an interesting take on WW2

I've driven a rabbit and they're really fun, but as has been stated also really expensive. Couldn't say I'd ever want to own one, but that's me...Something about driving a car named Rabbit is just a complete boner shrinker.

I would stay far away from a GTI though. My best friend had one 2 years ago and went through 2 engines, and one of my customers has had his for 1.5 and already gone through 3 engines. Granted all these ridiculous repairs were covered under VW warranty, which is a very good warranty, but if you depend on your car for literally anything its a deal breaker. Not to mention the resale value on them once they're out of warranty!!

[Shroomster]

Originally Posted by Wowzers78

LMAO...you have to take the whole front end off the yaris to change the flippin headlight bulb! And definately an interesting take on WW2

I've driven a rabbit and they're really fun, but as has been stated also really expensive. Couldn't say I'd ever want to own one, but that's me...Something about driving a car named Rabbit is just a complete boner shrinker.

I would stay far away from a GTI though. My best friend had one 2 years ago and went through 2 engines, and one of my customers has had his for 1.5 and already gone through 3 engines. Granted all these ridiculous repairs were covered under VW warranty, which is a very good warranty, but if you depend on your car for literally anything its a deal breaker. Not to mention the resale value on them once they're out of warranty!!

when he says front end he means more than the bumper cover/skin...

to change some of the engine bay components on some vw/bmw/skoda/audi/seat etc. cars the radiator bracket/brace the bumper the absorbers, the condensor unit until all you see is the engine and the steering rack in front of you....

[frog13]

Originally Posted by PK198105

thats why they lost WW2, they made too many overengineered overly complex and sophisticated marvels to effectively sustain their efforts. I love their engineering but when you have to take the whole front end just to change the accessory belt (see Audi) its a bit problematic.

Negative......Russia was their and everyone elses downfall.

[kimona]

Cost of VW regular maintenance and often needed repairs is bloody outrageous, and long-term reliability is dismal.