2006-09 Volkswagen GTI/Rabbit

Rabbit and GTI offer many laudable standard safety features, and some uncommonly upscale conveniences, but options could lift their new-car sticker prices to the top of the class. High resale [...]

Usefully roomier than its predecessor, the current Jetta just about sets the class standard for overall refinement, interior decor, and build quality. Also roomy, Jettas contain many laudable [...]

Volkswagen hoped the new powertrain and revised styling would help revive interest in the New Beetle line. Retro design has its drawbacks, and Volkswagen's five-cylinder engine comes up somewhat [...]

Volkswagen said four-cylinder models would account for 80 percent of Passat sales, and a sparsely-optioned Value Edition or 2.0T has indeed been the smart new-car choice, due to hefty prices for [...]

Like the related Jetta, Volkswagen's Rabbit sets the class standard for overall refinement and solidity. Rabbits also boasts a high-quality interior. The hatchback body style makes it a versatile [...]

Any Touareg 2 rewards with first-class cabin decor, competent SUV road manners, and terrific off-road prowess. When new, Touareg 2 has been pricey for a Volkswagen, on par with Lexus and [...]

Impressively demonstrating the promise of electric power, the Tesla makes its mark with exhilarating acceleration and unmatched "green car" credentials. On the down side, accommodations don't get [...]