Volkswagen Passat Annual Fuel Cost
Running a 2022 Volkswagen Passat costs about $2,100 per year in fuel, based on 15,000 miles of driving at average U.S. fuel prices.
Latest model year (2022):
The Volkswagen Passat costs an estimated $2,200/year in fuel (315 g CO₂/mi).
Volkswagen Passat Fuel Cost — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Fuel | MPG Comb. | Annual Cost | CO₂ (g/mi) | GHG Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 315 | 6 |
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 314 | 6 |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 330 | 6 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 302 | 6 |
| 2018 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 6 3.6L | Regular Gasoline | 22 | $2,800 | 396 | 4 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 302 | 6 |
| 2017 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 6 3.6L | Regular Gasoline | 23 | $2,650 | 390 | 5 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 329 | 6 |
| 2016 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 6 3.6L | Regular Gasoline | 23 | $2,650 | 390 | 5 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 306 | 7 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Diesel | 33 | $2,400 | 305 | 7 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 6 3.6L | Premium Gasoline | 23 | $3,300 | 390 | 5 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 315 | 7 |
| 2015 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 318 | 7 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Diesel | 34 | $2,350 | 299 | 7 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Volkswagen Passat Fuel Cost FAQ
How much does it cost to fuel the Volkswagen Passat?
The estimated annual fuel cost for the Volkswagen Passat is $2,100 per year, based on 15,000 miles of driving and average fuel prices. Costs vary by trim and engine.
How much CO₂ does the Volkswagen Passat produce?
The Volkswagen Passat produces approximately 302 grams of CO₂ per mile. Lower numbers mean fewer emissions. See the table for per-trim details.