2005 Volkswagen Jetta WagonFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Small Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
31
MPG
Highway
39
MPG
Combined
34
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 12 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
42.1MPG average+23.7% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 34 MPG · Owner reported avg: 42.1 MPG
Range: 33–53 MPG
Driving mix: City 34% / Highway 66%
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 42.1 real world MPG based on 12 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 34 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 5-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
31
Hwy
39
Comb
34
Fuel cost: $2,500/yr
Automatic (S5)
Diesel Diesel
City
28
Hwy
39
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,650/yr
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
21
Hwy
29
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
21
Hwy
28
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $2,800/yr
Automatic 4-spd
Regular
City
20
Hwy
27
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Automatic (S5)
Premium
City
19
Hwy
27
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,700/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 5-spd | Diesel Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 | $2,500 |
| Automatic (S5) | Diesel Diesel | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,650 |
| Manual 5-spd | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,950 |
| Automatic (S5) | Premium | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,700 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,500
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-500
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 299 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 10.5 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 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
- 1.9L, 4-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
Annual Fuel Cost by State
Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA
National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,981/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,628/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,715/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,825/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,995/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,990/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,467/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,037/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,916/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,962/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $1,981/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $2,628/yrHIGHEST | +$647 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,715/yrLOWEST | $-266 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,825/yr | $-156 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,995/yr | +$14 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,990/yr | +$9 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $2,467/yr | +$486 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $2,037/yr | +$56 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,916/yr | $-65 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,962/yr | $-19 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 34 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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