What Changed

The Golf has been redesigned for 2010. U.S. models will once again be named Golf, dropping the Rabbit nameplate.

Comparison to Prior Model

2010 Volkswagen Golf 5d 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 4-door
2010 Volkswagen Golf 5d 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 4-door
Price Range ($) $19,190 - $23,690 $18,990
Length (in) 165.4 165.8
Wheelbase (in) 101.5 101.5
Width (in) 70.3 69.3
Height (in) 58.3 58.2
Track (in) 60.7 60.6
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 338.7 338.4
Curb Weight (lbs.) 2929-3023 3138
Legroom Total (in.) 76.7 76.5
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 93.0 94.2
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 15 15
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • FWD
Engines
  • 2.0l I4 T D (140-bhp)
  • 2.5l I5 (170-bhp)
  • 2.5l I5 (170-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M6, SM6 A6
City MPG 23-30 20
Highway MPG 30-42 29
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