2006 VW Rabbit five-door

Base price: $16,990

Price, as tested: $19,845

Powertrain: 2.5-liter, 20-valve, DOHC inline five cylinder, with variable-valve timing; five-speed manual transmission; front-wheel drive with electronic differential lock

Horsepower: 150 at 6,000 rpm

Torque: 170 pound-feet at 3,750 rpm

Curb weight: 3,137 pounds

0-60 mph: 9 seconds

Wheelbase: 101.5 inches

Overall length: 165.8 inches

EPA fuel economy: 22 miles per gallon/30 mpg (regular unleaded)

Final thoughts: A Rabbit to nibble your bum