2005 Volkswagen GolfFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
32
MPG
Highway
41
MPG
Combined
35
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 12 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
43.9MPG average+25.4% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 35 MPG · Owner reported avg: 43.9 MPG
Range: 40–52 MPG
Driving mix: City 42% / Highway 58%
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 43.9 real world MPG based on 12 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 35 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 5-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
32
Hwy
41
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
Automatic (S5)
Diesel Diesel
City
28
Hwy
39
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,650/yr
Automatic 4-spd
Regular
City
21
Hwy
28
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $2,800/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
21
Hwy
28
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $2,800/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 5-spd | Diesel Diesel | 32 | 41 | 35 | $2,400 |
| Automatic (S5) | Diesel Diesel | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,650 |
| Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,400
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$0
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 291 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 10.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 1.9L, 4-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
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