2009 Volkswagen Passat WagonFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Midsize Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
19
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
Combined
22
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 3 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
27.9MPG average+26.8% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 22 MPG · Owner reported avg: 27.9 MPG
Range: 27–30 MPG
Driving mix: City 15% / Highway 85%
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 27.9 real world MPG based on 3 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 22 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (S6)
Premium
City
19
Hwy
28
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,700/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S6) | Premium | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,700 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,700
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-6,500
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 404 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 13.5 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed Automatic
- 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
- Premium Gasoline
Annual Fuel Cost by State
Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA
National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$3,061/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,062/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,651/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,820/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,083/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,075/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,812/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,149/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,962/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,033/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $3,061/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $4,062/yrHIGHEST | +$1,001 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $2,651/yrLOWEST | $-410 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $2,820/yr | $-241 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $3,083/yr | +$22 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $3,075/yr | +$14 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $3,812/yr | +$751 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $3,149/yr | +$88 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $2,962/yr | $-99 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $3,033/yr | $-28 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 22 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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