1996 Volkswagen Passat Wagon fuel economy
The EPA lists 3 versions of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat Wagon. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 35 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 31 city / 41 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 18 to 35 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 31 and 41 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,750 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passat Wagon Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.9L | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 41 | 35 MPG | $2,750 |
| Passat Wagon Manual 5-spd | 6-cyl 2.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
| Passat Wagon Automatic 4-spd | 6-cyl 2.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 MPG | $3,700 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,750 per year in fuel, versus $3,700 for the least efficient.