2022 Volkswagen PassatFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Midsize CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
24
MPG
Highway
36
MPG
Combined
28
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

26.2MPG average-6.4% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 28 MPG · Owner reported avg: 26.2 MPG

Driving mix: City 60% / Highway 40%

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 26.2 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 28 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
24
Hwy
36
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
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: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
315 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
10.6 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed Automatic
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
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems9 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 9 owner complaints for the 2022 Volkswagen Passat. Top reported issues include brakes, engine and power train. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Brakes
3
Engine
2
Power Train
2
Steering
2
Electrical System
2
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
1
Locks & Latches
1

2022 Volkswagen Passat problems by category: Brakes: 3 complaints, Engine: 2 complaints, Power Train: 2 complaints, Steering: 2 complaints, Electrical System: 2 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 1 complaints, Locks & Latches: 1 complaints.

Sample Owner Complaints

BrakesFiled: 11/12/2024ODI#11624685
In May of 2023, I reported that the driver side rear brake caliper appeared to be sticking as one pad at that corner was completely worn down and making contact with the rotor, while the other pad at …
SteeringFiled: 01/21/2024ODI#11566743
I keep adding oil and the dealership says there’s nothing wrong. For electric problems the speakers have static noise and the screen goes black and turns on hours later. I took in my recently they sai…
SteeringFiled: 10/18/2021ODI#11437106
The steering tightens up at times when decelerating between 30 - 42 mph. This has occurred three times now since purchase of the vehicle new. My vehicle database feedback notes no repairs needed; j…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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