Volkswagen 15 MPG or Better
Auto Type
- Small Cars (9)
- Mid-Size Cars (2)
- Sports Cars (2)
- Wagons (2)
- Convertibles (3)
MSRP
- $10,000 - $20,000 (6)
- $20,000 - $30,000 (13)
- $30,000 - $50,000 (7)
2008 Volkswagen Eos
#15 in Upscale Midsize Cars
The 2008 Volkswagen Eos is a solid all-around performer that doesn't excel at anything. It offers one of the least expensive retractable hardtops available, and good fuel economy for an affordable convertible. However, serious questions about ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Volkswagen Eos
The Eos delivers the versatility of a retractable hardtop and a conservatively stylish exterior, but can't match the sporty dynamics or interior comfort of others in its class. If you're in the market for an ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen GLI
Not Yet Ranked
The 2008 Volkswagen GLI review is coming soon.See the 2008 Volkswagen Jetta review, ratings and ranking.
| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
2008 Volkswagen GTI
#2 in Upscale Small Cars
The GTI delivers high performance, handling, and braking, with a well-designed interior and hatchback utility. However, the exterior design could be seen as controversial to VW purists, and its sporty demeanor might be too much ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 8.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 8.8 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Volkswagen GTI
The GTI delivers class-leading high performance, handling, and braking, with a well-designed interior and hatchback utility. However, the exterior design is somewhat controversial and VW reliability remains a concern. If you're in the market for ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 8.6 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 9.1 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
#12 in Affordable Small Cars
The Jetta delivers excellent power, handling and extensive safety features.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
#26 in Affordable Small Cars
The New Beetle still satisfies cravings for nostalgia and a whimsically fun drive. But unless you're stuck on Beetle styling and short on time to shop around, you should take a look at other competitors ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.0 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 6.3 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
The New Beetle still satisfies cravings for nostalgia and a whimsically fun drive. Unless you're stuck on Beetle styling and short on time to shop around, take a look at other solid competitors in this ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 6.3 |
| Safety: | 8.1 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
The New Beetle Convertible has charm, iconic exterior style and a solid ride, all within a competitive price range for its class. But the car is too small to be practical for many, and the ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Exterior: | 8.3 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen Passat
#17 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The 2008 VW Passat delivers excellent safety features, sporty performance and an upscale interior for its class, but spotty reliability history is a concern, as is its high pricetag.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Volkswagen Passat
The Passat delivers excellent safety features, sporty performance and an upscale interior for its class, but spotty reliability history is a concern.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
#6 in Affordable Full Size Wagons
The 2008 Passat Wagon offers comfort and utility in an appealing package. In addition to two powerful engine options and superb handling, the new Passat Wagon comfortably seats five passengers, has plenty of room for ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
The Passat Wagon offers comfort and utility in an appealing package. In addition to two powerful engine options and superb handling, the new Passat Wagon comfortably seats five passengers, has plenty of room for extra ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen R32
#3 in Affordable Performance Cars
The 2008 Volkswagen R32 ranks in the middle of its class for its pleasing exterior design and performance dynamics. Many critics, however, complain about its lack of a true manual transmission and question its overall ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
#9 in Affordable Small Cars
The Rabbit delivers good performance and a well-equipped interior at an affordable price.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
The Rabbit delivers good performance and a well-equipped interior at an affordable price. If you're in the market for an affordable small car, you should also consider the Honda Civic and Honda Fit.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 8.2 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |


















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