Is a VW Golf a Rabbit?

The Golf Mk1 was sold as the Volkswagen Rabbit in the United States and Canada and as the Volkswagen Caribe in Mexico. A facelifted version of the Golf Mk1 was produced in South Africa as the Citi Golf from 1984 to 2009.

Is Volkswagen Rabbit a good car?

In reviews, we lauded the Rabbit’s high-quality cabin trim, which imparted a richness that’s rare in the compact class. Additionally, the Rabbit’s comfortable ride and competent (if not overly sporty) handling dynamics made it a well-rounded and practical economy car.

What engine does a 2009 Rabbit have?

2.5 L 5-cylinder2009 Volkswagen Rabbit / Engine

Why are golfs called rabbits?

In the US, however, the Mark 1 Golf was called the Rabbit, because it was meant to be small and nimble, and ‘Golf” sounded too upscale for an economy car aimed at young buyers. Years later, they would also introduce the VW Fox, carrying on that theme.

When did VW stop making rabbits?

The Rabbit name lived on for about 10 years, and then Volkswagen decided it was time to give it the same name here that it had everywhere else. That is, of course, until that brief time from 2006 to 2009 when the company mysteriously chose to bring back the Rabbit.

How much horsepower does a 2009 golf have?

Twin-Charged: 2.5-liter performance, 1.4-liter gas mileage

2009 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GT
Base price N/A
Vehicle layout Front-engine, FWD, 5-pass, 4-door, hatchback
Engines 1.4L/160-hp/180-lb-ft turbocharged supercharged 16-valve I4
Transmissions 6-speed manual, 7-speed auto-clutch manual

What mk is a 2009 Golf City?

Volkswagen Golf Mk4

Volkswagen Golf Mk4 (1J)
Manufacturer Volkswagen
Also called VW Bora HS (China, 2006–2008) VW City Golf (Canada, 2007–2010) VW Golf Town (2009–2010)
Production October 1997–2006 (until 2010 for some markets; until 2014 for Brazil)

Why is a VW Golf called a Rabbit?

How much horsepower does a 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit have?

170 hp2009 Volkswagen Rabbit / Horsepower

With 170 horsepower from a five-cylinder engine, the Rabbit is one of the most powerful subcompacts on the market, and test drivers love the pep and agility that the meaty engine provides.