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1999 Volkswagen Passat WagonFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Midsize Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
20
MPG
Highway
29
MPG
Combined
24
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

24.8MPG average+3.4% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 24 MPG · Owner reported avg: 24.8 MPG

Driving mix: City 60% / Highway 40%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 24.8 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 24 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
20
Hwy
29
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Automatic 5-spd
Premium
City
18
Hwy
28
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,700/yr
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
18
Hwy
26
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,900/yr
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
18
Hwy
26
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,900/yr
Automatic 5-spd
Premium
City
16
Hwy
26
Comb
19
Fuel cost: $4,300/yr
Automatic 5-spd
Premium
City
16
Hwy
26
Comb
19
Fuel cost: $4,300/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,400

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-5,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
370 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.4 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.8L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Wagon

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
1.8L, 4-cylinder
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

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