1997 Volkswagen Passat fuel economy
The EPA lists 3 versions of the 1997 Volkswagen Passat. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 36 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 32 city / 42 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 18 to 36 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 32 and 42 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,650 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 Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.9L | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 42 | 36 MPG | $2,650 |
| Passat Manual 5-spd | 6-cyl 2.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
| Passat 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 $2,650 per year in fuel, versus $3,700 for the least efficient.