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Volkswagen R32 MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
2 model years · 2004–2008
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Volkswagen R32 fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Volkswagen R32 for 2 model years, 2004 to 2008. Across those years its combined rating runs 19–20 MPG. The latest model year, 2008, has 1 configuration rated 20 MPG combined and costing $4,020 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2004 is the 2008 R32 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD, at 20 MPG.
Volkswagen R32 MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Generation page | ||
| 2008 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 2004 Generation page | ||
| 2004 | 19 | $4,230 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Volkswagen R32 generations
2 generations between 2004 and 2008. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2008 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Volkswagen R32's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Volkswagen R32 run 19–20 MPG across model years 2004 to 2008. The latest year, 2008, is rated 20 MPG.
Which Volkswagen R32 model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2008 Volkswagen R32 R32 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD has the highest combined rating since 2004, at 20 MPG.
How much does a Volkswagen R32 cost to fuel per year?
For MY2008, EPA-rated configurations cost $4,020 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $4,020.
Has the Volkswagen R32's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 19 MPG in 2004 to 20 MPG in 2008, 1 MPG more.