2005 Volkswagen Passat WagonFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Midsize Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
23
MPG
Highway
34
MPG
Combined
27
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 9 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
33.9MPG average+25.6% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 27 MPG · Owner reported avg: 33.9 MPG
Range: 30–41 MPG
Driving mix: City 41% / Highway 59%
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 33.9 real world MPG based on 9 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 27 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (S5)
Diesel Diesel
City
23
Hwy
34
Comb
27
Fuel cost: $3,150/yr
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S5) | Diesel Diesel | 23 | 34 | 27 | $3,150 |
| 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
$3,150
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-3,750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 377 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 13.2 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
- 2L, 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$2,494/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,309/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,160/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,298/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,512/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,506/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,106/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,566/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,413/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,471/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $2,494/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $3,309/yrHIGHEST | +$815 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $2,160/yrLOWEST | $-334 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $2,298/yr | $-196 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $2,512/yr | +$18 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $2,506/yr | +$12 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $3,106/yr | +$612 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $2,566/yr | +$72 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $2,413/yr | $-81 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $2,471/yr | $-23 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 27 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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