2006 Volkswagen Golf fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2006 Volkswagen Golf. Combined fuel economy ranges from 24 to 34 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 31 city / 40 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 24 to 34 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 31 and 40 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,800 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.9L | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 40 | 34 MPG | $2,800 |
| Golf Automatic (S5) | 4-cyl 1.9L | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 40 | 32 MPG | $3,000 |
| Golf Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 24 MPG | $2,800 |
| Golf Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG | $2,800 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,800 per year in fuel.