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2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 19–25 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat at a glance
The 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat covers 5 model years in the EPA database (23 configurations in all), rated 19–25 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $3,190 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (25 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010. The best combined rating in the generation, 25 MPG, was reached in 2010.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Gas | 25 MPG | $3,190 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 22–23 MPG | $3,490–$3,650 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,350–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,350–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,350–$4,230 | First year |
What the 2010 Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$266
$3,190 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.32
Per 100 miles
$21.27
Five years
$15,950
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$80more a year
Class median $3,110 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Volkswagen Passat MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 25 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,490 to $3,190, $300 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,190 |
| Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,190 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Volkswagen Passat MPG
22–23 MPG · $3,490–$3,650/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 23 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,350 to $3,490, $140 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 29 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Volkswagen Passat MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,350–$4,230/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,350.
Gas configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Wagon 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Wagon 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 4motion | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wagon 4motion | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
7 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Volkswagen Passat MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,350–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,350.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Wagon 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Wagon 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Wagon 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4motion | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Wagon 4motion | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
8 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Volkswagen Passat MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,350–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 4motion | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
4 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 Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,800 in California and $2,760 in Texas, a $1,040 difference.
- California $3,800
- Washington $3,570
- New York $3,150
- Florida $2,910
- Texas $2,760
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2001
- 2002-2005
- 2006-2010 (B6)
- 2012-2019 (A32)
- 2020-2022 (2nd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat get?
EPA rates the 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat at 19–25 MPG combined across 23 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 25 MPG (22 city, 31 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat?
The Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 25 MPG, in 2010. The lowest top rating, 23 MPG, was in 2009.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.
How does the 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2002-2005 Volkswagen Passat) is rated 18–27 MPG combined and costs $3,490–$4,460 a year to fuel; the 2006-2010 model is rated 19–25 MPG and costs $3,190–$4,230 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Volkswagen Passat per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,190 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,190 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Volkswagen Passat 100 miles?
About $21.27 per 100 miles for the Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Volkswagen Passat more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 22 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2010 Volkswagen Passat compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,190 a year to fuel, $80 more than the class median of $3,110, and less than 5 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 148 rated midsize car configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Volkswagen Passat different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 25 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,490 to $3,190, $300 less. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2010 against 2 configurations for 2009. See the 2009 Volkswagen Passat for that year.