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2016 Volkswagen Passat MPG & fuel economy

The 2016 Volkswagen Passat is a midsize car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (25 city / 36 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 29 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2015 model. Among 67 midsize cars rated for 2016, it ranks 24th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 25 MPG city · 36 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2016 #24 of 67 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2016 Volkswagen Passat's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2510.69.4
Highway3615.36.5
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2016 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Nissan Leaf114 MPGe $799
  2. 2Toyota Prius56 MPG $830
  3. 3Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid46 MPG $1,011
  4. 4Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid99 MPGe + 40 MPG $1,027
  5. 5Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive84 MPGe $1,085
  6. 24Volkswagen Passat29 MPG $1,603
  7. 67Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2016 PassatOther midsize carsClass median: $1,850/yr

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

Passat MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Passat		 Gas 25 MPG 36 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed dual-clutch
Passat		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.8L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
102 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
306 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
7/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
7/10

2016 Volkswagen Passat vs. rivals

vs Ford Fusion 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Accord 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Accord saves $53/yr vs Toyota Camry 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Passat saves $57/yr vs Nissan Altima 31 MPG · $1,500/yr Altima saves $103/yr vs Chevrolet Malibu 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Malibu saves $53/yr vs Buick LaCrosse Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Passat saves $57/yr vs Chrysler 200 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Passat saves $119/yr vs Dodge Dart 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Regal Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Passat saves $57/yr vs Toyota Avalon 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Passat saves $334/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2016 Volkswagen Passat?

Up to 29 MPG combined (25 city / 36 highway); ratings range from 23 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2016 Volkswagen Passat use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2016 Volkswagen Passat's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Volkswagen Passat per year?

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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