2010 Volkswagen GolfFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
29
MPG
Highway
39
MPG
Combined
32
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 12 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
44.6MPG average+39.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 32 MPG · Owner reported avg: 44.6 MPG
Range: 41–52 MPG
Driving mix: City 28% / Highway 72%
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 44.6 real world MPG based on 12 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 32 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 6-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
29
Hwy
39
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,650/yr
Automatic (S6)
Diesel Diesel
City
29
Hwy
37
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,650/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
23
Hwy
30
Comb
26
Fuel cost: $2,600/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
22
Hwy
30
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $2,700/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 6-spd | Diesel Diesel | 29 | 39 | 32 | $2,650 |
| Automatic (S6) | Diesel Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,650 |
| Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,700 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,650
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-1,250
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 315 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 11.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2.5L 5-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
- 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$2,105/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,792/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,823/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,939/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,120/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,114/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,621/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,165/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,036/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,085/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $2,105/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $2,792/yrHIGHEST | +$687 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,823/yrLOWEST | $-282 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,939/yr | $-166 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $2,120/yr | +$15 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $2,114/yr | +$9 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $2,621/yr | +$516 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $2,165/yr | +$60 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $2,036/yr | $-69 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $2,085/yr | $-20 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 32 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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