Volkswagen · 1984–1985 · Diesel
Volkswagen Quantum Diesel MPG by year
The EPA has rated 2 model years of the Volkswagen Quantum Diesel, from 1984 to 1985. The most fuel-efficient year is the 1984, at 33 MPG combined in its best configuration. The best 1985 model is 6% less efficient than the best 1984 model (31 vs. 33 MPG). The 1985 model is 24% more efficient than the median compact car that year (31 vs. 25 MPG).
Combined MPG by model year
- Quantum Diesel, most efficient version
- Range across configurations
- Class median
Shaded band: range across that year's configurations. Class median: same-year models in the same class, rated in MPG. Click a point to open that model year; the table below lists every value.
Every Quantum Diesel model year
| Year | Type | Best combined | City / Hwy | Class median | Range | Configs | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Diesel | 31 MPG | 28 / 35 | 25 | — | 1 | $1,790 |
| 1984 | Diesel | 33 MPG lowest 27 |
32 / 35 | 24 | — | 5 | $1,682 |
Fuel cost uses today's default prices for every year so model years compare like for like. Sort any column.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volkswagen Quantum Diesel year has the best fuel economy?
The 1984 Volkswagen Quantum Diesel, rated up to 33 MPG combined. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, that works out to about $1,682 a year.
Which Volkswagen Quantum Diesel year has the worst fuel economy?
The 1985 model, whose most efficient version is rated 31 MPG combined (about $1,790 a year to fuel).
What is the fuel economy of the latest Volkswagen Quantum Diesel?
The 1985 Volkswagen Quantum Diesel is rated up to 31 MPG combined.