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2012 Volkswagen Passat MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat is a midsize car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (22 city / 32 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 26 MPG. Among 50 midsize cars rated for 2012, it ranks 18th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,788 a year to fuel.

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Combined 26 MPG 22 MPG city · 32 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,788 15,000 mi/yr · $11.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #18 of 50 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway3213.67.4
Combined2611.19.0

How it ranks among 2012 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid95 MPGe + 50 MPG $888
  2. 2Nissan Leaf99 MPGe $918
  3. 3Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  4. 4Toyota Camry Hybrid40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Ford Fusion Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  6. 18Volkswagen Passat26 MPG $1,788
  7. 50Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2012 PassatOther midsize carsClass median: $1,980/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Passat MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual
Passat		 Gas 22 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Passat		 Gas 22 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Passat		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 5-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
102 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
342 g/mi

2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. rivals

vs Kia Optima 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Optima saves $66/yr vs Mazda 6 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Passat saves $72/yr vs Ford Fusion 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Camry 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Camry saves $128/yr vs Mitsubishi Galant 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Passat saves $149/yr vs Buick LaCrosse Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr LaCrosse Hybrid saves $128/yr vs Dodge Avenger 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Passat saves $149/yr vs Chevrolet Malibu 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Regal 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Passat saves $149/yr vs Buick LaCrosse 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Passat saves $426/yr vs Volkswagen Passat Diesel 34 MPG · $1,632/yr Passat Diesel saves $156/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2012 Volkswagen Passat Diesel (34 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Volkswagen Passat?

Up to 26 MPG combined (22 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 23 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Volkswagen Passat use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Volkswagen Passat per year?

About $1,788 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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