2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagenFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Diesel Small Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
31
MPG
Highway
40
MPG
Combined
35
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 5 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
44.2MPG average+26.2% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 35 MPG · Owner reported avg: 44.2 MPG
Range: 40–48 MPG
Driving mix: City 40% / Highway 60%
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 44.2 real world MPG based on 5 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 35 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (AM-S6)
Diesel Diesel
City
31
Hwy
40
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
Manual 6-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
30
Hwy
42
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
25
Hwy
34
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
25
Hwy
35
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (AM-S6) | Diesel Diesel | 31 | 40 | 35 | $2,400 |
| Manual 6-spd | Diesel Diesel | 30 | 42 | 35 | $2,400 |
| Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,350 |
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 35 | 28 | $2,400 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,400
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$0
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 8/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 295 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 10.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 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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