2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagenFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Small Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
29
MPG
Highway
37
MPG
Combined
32
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 11 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
36.5MPG average+14.1% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 32 MPG · Owner reported avg: 36.5 MPG
Range: 30–42 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 36.5 real world MPG based on 11 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 32 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (S6)
Diesel Diesel
City
29
Hwy
37
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,650/yr
Manual 6-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
29
Hwy
39
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,650/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
24
Hwy
31
Comb
26
Fuel cost: $2,600/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
23
Hwy
33
Comb
26
Fuel cost: $2,600/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S6) | Diesel Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,650 |
| Manual 6-spd | Diesel Diesel | 29 | 39 | 32 | $2,650 |
| Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 26 | $2,600 |
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
- 318 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 11.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2.5L 5-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
- Diesel
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