2012 Volkswagen Passat
Midsize Cars · Front-Wheel Drive · Diesel
34
Combined MPG
30
City MPG
40
Highway MPG
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Safety Rating
📊 Key Statistics — 2012 Volkswagen Passat
- Combined fuel economy: 34 MPG (30 city / 40 highway)
- Annual fuel cost: $2,400
- CO₂ emissions: 299 grams/mile
Specifications
| Make | Volkswagen · Company Profile |
| Model | Passat |
| Year | 2012 |
| Class | Midsize Cars |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Size | 2.0L |
Annual Fuel Cost
| Annual Fuel Cost (15K mi, $3.50/gal) | $1544 |
| Monthly Fuel Cost | $129 |
| Cost per Mile (fuel only) | $10¢ |
Based on 15,000 miles/year and $3.50/gallon national average.
Compare This Car
Volkswagen Passat — MPG by Year
| Year | MPG | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 28 | ↓ |
| 2021 | 28 | ↓ |
| 2020 | 27 | ↓ |
| 2019 | 29 | ↓ |
| 2018 | 29 | ↓ |
| 2017 | 27 | ↓ |
| 2016 | 29 | ↓ |
| 2015 | 34 | = |
| 2014 | 34 | = |
| 2013 | 34 | = |
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