2025 · Compact Car · Gas
2025 Volkswagen GLI MPG & fuel economy
The 2025 Volkswagen GLI is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 30 MPG combined (26 city / 36 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 29 to 30 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2024 model. Among 26 compact cars rated for 2025, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,550 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2025 Volkswagen GLI's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 26 | 11.1 | 9.0 |
| Highway | 36 | 15.3 | 6.5 |
| Combined | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
How it ranks among 2025 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
GLI MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual GLI |
Gas | 26 MPG | 36 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $1,550 |
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 7-speed dual-clutch GLI |
Gas | 25 MPG | 35 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 94 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 16 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 301 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 6/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
2025 Volkswagen GLI vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2025 Volkswagen GLI?
Up to 30 MPG combined (26 city / 36 highway); ratings range from 29 to 30 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 2025 Volkswagen GLI use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2025 Volkswagen GLI?
The 2025 Volkswagen GLI's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2025 Volkswagen GLI per year?
About $1,550 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.33 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.