2003 Volkswagen Passat WagonFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Midsize Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
19
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
Combined
23
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 5 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
31.8MPG average+38.1% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 23 MPG · Owner reported avg: 31.8 MPG
Range: 28–35 MPG
Driving mix: City 25% / Highway 75%
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 31.8 real world MPG based on 5 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 23 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
19
Hwy
28
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $3,550/yr
Automatic (S5)
Premium
City
19
Hwy
28
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,700/yr
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
17
Hwy
26
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $4,100/yr
Automatic (S5)
Premium
City
17
Hwy
25
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $4,100/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 5-spd | Premium | 19 | 28 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Automatic (S5) | Premium | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,700 |
| Manual 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,550
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-5,750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 386 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 12.9 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2.8L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed Manual
- 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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