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2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 22–34 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2019. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat at a glance
The 2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat covers 8 model years in the EPA database (26 configurations in all), rated 22–34 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2019, costs about $2,240 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (29 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and diesel. EPA changed the ratings in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. The best combined rating in the generation, 34 MPG, was reached in 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gas | 29 MPG | $2,240 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 22–29 MPG | $2,240–$2,930 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 23–27 MPG | $2,420–$2,880 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 23–29 MPG | $2,250–$2,880 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas, Diesel | 23–34 MPG | $2,330–$3,540 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Diesel | 23–34 MPG | $2,320–$3,540 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Diesel | 23–34 MPG | $2,560–$3,540 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas, Diesel | 23–34 MPG | $2,560–$3,540 | First year |
What the 2019 Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$187
$2,240 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.73
Per 100 miles
$14.93
Five years
$11,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$630less a year
Class median $2,870 a year, MY2019
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 Volkswagen Passat MPG
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,240.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 36 | 29 | $2,240 |
2018 Volkswagen Passat MPG
22–29 MPG · $2,240–$2,930/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration moves from 27 to 29 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,420 to $2,240, $180 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 36 | 29 | $2,240 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $2,930 |
2017 Volkswagen Passat MPG
23–27 MPG · $2,420–$2,880/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 29 to 27 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,250 to $2,420, $170 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 1.8L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 34 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,880 |
2016 Volkswagen Passat MPG
23–29 MPG · $2,250–$2,880/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 34 to 29 MPG, down 5. Its annual cost goes from $2,770 to $2,250, $520 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 1.8L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 36 | 29 | $2,250 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,880 |
2015 Volkswagen Passat MPG
23–34 MPG · $2,330–$3,540/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,760 to $2,770, $10 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Passat 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,350 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,540 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (2)
| 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 | 30 | 42 | 34 | $2,770 |
| Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 33 | $2,820 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Volkswagen Passat MPG
23–34 MPG · $2,320–$3,540/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,760.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,320 |
| Passat 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,370 |
| Passat 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,550 |
| Passat 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,580 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,540 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $2,760 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Volkswagen Passat MPG
23–34 MPG · $2,560–$3,540/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,760.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,560 |
| Passat 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,580 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,540 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $2,760 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Volkswagen Passat MPG
23–34 MPG · $2,560–$3,540/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,560 |
| Passat 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,590 |
| Passat 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,540 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $2,760 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,040 in California and $1,950 in Texas, a $1,090 difference.
- California $3,040
- Washington $2,820
- New York $2,240
- Florida $2,110
- Texas $1,950
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2019 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 2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat get?
EPA rates the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat at 22–34 MPG combined across 26 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2015 Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 34 MPG (30 city, 42 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 22–29 MPG; Diesel: 33–34 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat?
The Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 34 MPG, in 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. The lowest top rating, 27 MPG, was in 2017.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
How does the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Passat compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat) is rated 19–25 MPG combined and costs $3,190–$4,230 a year to fuel; the 2012-2019 model is rated 22–34 MPG and costs $2,240–$3,540 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Volkswagen Passat per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,240 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $2,240 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2019 Volkswagen Passat 100 miles?
About $14.93 per 100 miles for the Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2019 Volkswagen Passat more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 25 city and 36 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 11 MPG.
How does the 2019 Volkswagen Passat compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Passat 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,240 a year to fuel, $630 less than the class median of $2,870, and less than 7 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 180 rated midsize car configurations for MY2019, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2019 Volkswagen Passat different from the 2018 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,240. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2019 against 2 configurations for 2018. See the 2018 Volkswagen Passat for that year.