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2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 23–28 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2027. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI at a glance
The 2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI covers 6 model years in the EPA database (18 configurations in all), rated 23–28 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $2,330 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (28 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027. The best combined rating in the generation, 28 MPG, was reached in 2022, 2023 and 2027.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (2 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Gas | 26–28 MPG | $2,330–$3,130 | Ratings changed |
| 2026 | Gas | 25–27 MPG | $2,390–$3,160 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Gas | 25–27 MPG | $2,390–$3,160 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas | 23–27 MPG | $2,380–$3,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas | 23–28 MPG | $2,360–$3,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas | 23–28 MPG | $2,300–$3,490 | First year |
What the 2027 Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$194
$2,330 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.88
Per 100 miles
$15.53
Five years
$11,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$100more a year
Class median $2,230 a year, MY2027
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI MPG
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (2 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
Versus 2026: The most efficient configuration moves from 27 to 28 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,390 to $2,330, $60 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf GTI (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Golf R | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,130 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Volkswagen Golf / GTI MPG
25–27 MPG · $2,390–$3,160/yr
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,390.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTI (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,390 |
| Golf R | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,160 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Volkswagen Golf / GTI MPG
25–27 MPG · $2,390–$3,160/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,380 to $2,390, $10 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTI (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,390 |
| Golf R | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,160 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2024 Volkswagen Golf / GTI MPG
23–27 MPG · $2,380–$3,490/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 27 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,360 to $2,380, $20 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S7) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,380 |
| GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 34 | 27 | $2,410 |
| Golf R 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,160 |
| Golf R 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 Volkswagen Golf / GTI MPG
23–28 MPG · $2,360–$3,490/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,300 to $2,360, $60 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S7) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,360 |
| GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 32 | 27 | $2,430 |
| Golf-R 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $3,130 |
| Golf-R 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 Volkswagen Golf / GTI MPG
23–28 MPG · $2,300–$3,490/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM7) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,300 |
| GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,360 |
| Golf-R 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (AM7) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $3,130 |
| Golf-R 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,170 in California and $2,040 in Texas, a $1,130 difference.
- California $3,170
- Washington $2,940
- New York $2,330
- Florida $2,200
- Texas $2,040
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2027 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2006
- 2007-2008 (Mk5)
- 2009-2012 (Mk6)
- 2013-2014
- 2015-2021 (Mk7)
- 2022-2027* (Mk8)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI get?
EPA rates the 2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI at 23–28 MPG combined across 18 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2027 Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 28 MPG (25 city, 34 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI?
The Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 28 MPG, in 2022, 2023 and 2027. The lowest top rating, 27 MPG, was in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027.
How does the 2022-2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI) is rated 24–35 MPG combined and costs $780–$3,390 a year to fuel; the 2022-2027 model is rated 23–28 MPG and costs $2,300–$3,490 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,330 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $2,330–$3,130 a year. That is a $800 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 100 miles?
About $15.53 per 100 miles for the Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.53 and $20.87 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 25 city and 34 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Golf GTI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,330 a year to fuel, $100 more than the class median of $2,230, and less than 4 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 26 rated midsize car configurations for MY2027, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2027 Volkswagen Golf / GTI different from the 2026 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 27 to 28 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,390 to $2,330, $60 less. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2027 against 2 configurations for 2026. See the 2026 Volkswagen Golf / GTI for that year.