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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #20 on: June 12, 2006, 03:29:33 pm »
Show me another engine with better fuel economy, and just as much power (and especially torque!) than the VW 2.5L.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #21 on: June 12, 2006, 03:47:18 pm »
"But if you're looking for something even less expensive from VW, stay tuned for a product announcement in August. We don't yet know what this is, but it won't be called a Rabbit."

Any thoughts on what this might be?  Perhaps they're... gasp!... bringing the Polo to Canada???
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #22 on: June 12, 2006, 03:52:58 pm »
No NOT the car wif da hole inna middle an tha Yuppie "GOLF" err rabbit shirt......
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #23 on: June 12, 2006, 03:54:14 pm »
Quote from: jfrape on June 12, 2006, 03:47:18 pm
Any thoughts on what this might be?  Perhaps they're... gasp!... bringing the Polo to Canada???


Pretty sure they're talking about the City Golf... Basically a previous generation Golf for a whole lot less money (around 15k I think).
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #24 on: June 12, 2006, 03:56:05 pm »
Yeah, the Canada-only Golf City IV and Jetta City IV.

The dealer order guides are already out for 'em.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #25 on: June 12, 2006, 03:59:11 pm »
The POLO SUX's..... ::)..If ya crunch em they will burn like a Buffalo HOT WING left a year in lake ERIE eh!!! :lick: :hurl: :drool:
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #26 on: June 12, 2006, 04:18:00 pm »
Quote from: Shnak on June 12, 2006, 03:29:33 pm
Show me another engine with better fuel economy, and just as much power (and especially torque!) than the VW 2.5L.

The 1.9 liter diesel, better yet the 2 liter diesel that was or will be in the Passat (140 hp/ 236 lb-ft).  But if you're not inclined towards oil burners how about the Euro natruarally aspirated 2.0 l (150 hp/148 lf-ft) which gets 46 mpg or 39 mpg in real life.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #27 on: June 12, 2006, 04:28:39 pm »
Quote from: soj on June 12, 2006, 04:18:00 pm
the Euro natruarally aspirated 2.0 l (150 hp/148 lf-ft) which gets 46 mpg or 39 mpg in real life.

...Which also takes premium, although I was hoping for that engine too.

All told, the I5's not that bad of an engine. Little snarly around town and cruises great on the highway.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #28 on: June 12, 2006, 04:29:19 pm »
Quote from: soj on June 12, 2006, 04:18:00 pm
The 1.9 liter diesel, better yet the 2 liter diesel that was or will be in the Passat (140 hp/ 236 lb-ft).  But if you're not inclined towards oil burners how about the Euro natruarally aspirated 2.0 l (150 hp/148 lf-ft) which gets 46 mpg or 39 mpg in real life.

Good for you to be well educated on the product line.
But unfortunately, when customs hear premium gas on the 2.0 FSI, they frown and run!
Even though the 2.0 FSI provides over 10% fuel savings compared to the 2.5 I5, customers still wouldn't take it.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #29 on: June 12, 2006, 04:38:42 pm »
Hehe and a VW TDI ad right under that last post....... perfect.

Now what are the standard options?  I originally read the article wrong, I thought standard was air-bags/ABS/10 speaker stereo/cruise and A/C

If I can get all that for $2000down $218 a month I'll sign up NOW.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #30 on: June 12, 2006, 04:40:28 pm »
"The Mexican-built engine is exclusive to the North American market."

We're so lucky ::) ... cheap bastards.

"They still have to address the conception — reinforced by data from J. D. Power, Consumer Reports and others — that their initial quality and reliability indexes aren't up to par."

:rofl2:

"That Honda sells almost 50,000 Civics alone outlines the size of the challenge Volkswagen faces."

Honda Civic vs. VW Rabbit ... I don't see it  ???

6-spd crap-tronic auto but no 6-spd stick ... boouuuuuu!!!  ;D

« Last Edit: June 12, 2006, 04:48:26 pm by G0dspd »
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #31 on: June 12, 2006, 04:46:50 pm »
Quote from: wing on June 12, 2006, 04:38:42 pm
Hehe and a VW TDI ad right under that last post....... perfect.

Now what are the standard options?  I originally read the article wrong, I thought standard was air-bags/ABS/10 speaker stereo/cruise and A/C

If I can get all that for $2000down $218 a month I'll sign up NOW.

You read right. All that is standard.

In the US, the Rabbit price is ridiculously low. Civic vs Rabbit? Have a look...
http://www.vw.com/rabbit/rabbitcompare.html?ic_id=promo_rabbit2006
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #32 on: June 12, 2006, 04:49:34 pm »
Do we have a "Seats, front center armrest" in Canada?  I hope so.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #33 on: June 12, 2006, 04:54:26 pm »
Quote from: G0dspd on June 12, 2006, 04:49:34 pm
Do we have a "Seats, front center armrest" in Canada?  I hope so.

My current Golf GL doesn't have armrest, instead some closed compartments and such. In the US the 3drs don't have centre armrests (nor rear seat centre armrest), while the 5drs do. Same might be true in Canada. You lose the rear air vents too.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #34 on: June 12, 2006, 04:55:08 pm »
Quote from: soj on June 12, 2006, 04:18:00 pm
The 1.9 liter diesel, better yet the 2 liter diesel that was or will be in the Passat (140 hp/ 236 lb-ft).  But if you're not inclined towards oil burners how about the Euro natruarally aspirated 2.0 l (150 hp/148 lf-ft) which gets 46 mpg or 39 mpg in real life.

I wanted to specify other than diesel vehicles... and in a small car, the 1.9L TDI is the one we can get over here, it costs 2-3-4k more than the 2.5L, and won't be offered for much longer.

So, other than diesel engines, and that is available in north america, which engine offers as much power as the 2.5L while offering better fuel economy?
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #35 on: June 12, 2006, 04:55:26 pm »
Sign me UP!

WHen are they launching, I might go buy one.......... seriously!
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #36 on: June 12, 2006, 04:58:26 pm »
No kidding! I wouldn't have a problem leasing a Rabbit so well-equipped, for such a low price! I may do that myself in about a year when we actually need a 2nd vehicle!
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #37 on: June 12, 2006, 05:00:29 pm »
Quote from: wing on June 12, 2006, 04:38:42 pm
If I can get all that for $2000down $218 a month I'll sign up NOW.

I think that is for a base 2-door (ok 3-door in VW speak) but still a good deal.  But are they just pushing up the residule values to keep the payment low?  

I checked the vw.ca site and they have nothing.  I have a friend looking for a new car and this could work for them.

Come on JSCC -- give us all the details on this one.  
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #38 on: June 12, 2006, 05:06:34 pm »
You lose the rear air vents and covered storage of the 5dr too (see attachment).

Residuals are not set by the automaker, but by a non-affiliated company. Residuals themselves cannot be artificially boosted directly.
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Re: CD Article: 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
« Reply #39 on: June 12, 2006, 05:10:15 pm »
Yeah it says $1000 for the 4 door, ok fine, That should be what $230 a month now?

$230 a month for the 5 door, does that include a cargo cover?  I might head to VW dealer right now. 

I'm looking for a daily driver that is good on fuel is half decently quiet on the highway, has air / cruise and some powered goodies.

I am also looking for some cargo space and a 5 door hatch does it for me!
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