2006 Volkswagen JettaFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Diesel Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
30
MPG
Highway
37
MPG
Combined
33
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 67 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

41.1MPG average+24.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 33 MPG · Owner reported avg: 41.1 MPG

Range: 34–57 MPG

Driving mix: City 36% / Highway 64%

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 41.1 real world MPG based on 67 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 33 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Manual 5-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
30
Hwy
37
Comb
33
Fuel cost: $2,550/yr
Automatic (S6)
Diesel Diesel
City
30
Hwy
38
Comb
33
Fuel cost: $2,550/yr
Automatic (S6)
Premium
City
22
Hwy
29
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $3,250/yr
Manual 6-spd
Premium
City
21
Hwy
29
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
19
Hwy
28
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
19
Hwy
28
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,550

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-750

vs. average new vehicle

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

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
308 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
10.8 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 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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