2010 Volkswagen Rabbit Preliminary Specifications

­2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
A "clean diesel" engine may eventually make its way into the 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. The sixth-generation German-market Volkswagen Golf is pictured.

The Basics

Vehicle Type: compact car

Drivetrain (CG estimates)

Drive ­wheels: front

Engine: 2.5-liter 5-cylinder, 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel

Horsepower: 175 (2.5), 140 (2.0 turbodiesel)

Torque: 180 pound-feet (2.5), 235 (2.0 turbodiesel)

Transmission: 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic

Dimensions

Wheelbase: 101.5 inches

Length: 164.9 inches

Width: 68.3 inches

Height: 56.7 inches

Base curb weight: 2,825 pounds (CG estimate)


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