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Volkswagen MPG Guides — Real-World Fuel Economy
Real-world fuel economy and annual running costs for all 20 Volkswagen models. Official WLTP figures adjusted for UK driving conditions — typically 12% lower than lab results.
20
Volkswagen models
29–51
Real-world MPG range
£902
Cheapest annual fuel cost
£1593
Highest annual fuel cost
All Volkswagen models — sorted by fuel efficiency
Volkswagen Up!(hatchback)
Volkswagen Polo(hatchback)
Volkswagen Golf(hatchback)
Volkswagen T-Cross(suv)
Volkswagen T-Roc(suv)
Volkswagen Passat(estate)
Volkswagen Golf SV(mpv)
Volkswagen Fox(hatchback)
Volkswagen Lupo(hatchback)
Volkswagen Touran(mpv)
Volkswagen Scirocco(coupe)
Volkswagen Tiguan(suv)
Volkswagen Arteon(saloon)
Volkswagen Eos(convertible)
Volkswagen Caddy Life(mpv)
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace(suv)
Volkswagen Sharan(mpv)
Volkswagen Bora(saloon)
Volkswagen Touareg(suv)
Volkswagen Corrado(coupe)
Frequently asked questions
Which Volkswagen is most fuel efficient?
The most fuel-efficient Volkswagen in our database is the Volkswagen Up!, achieving approximately 51 MPG in real-world UK driving conditions.
What is the cheapest Volkswagen to run on fuel?
The cheapest Volkswagen to run on fuel at the current UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles costs approximately £902 per year. The most fuel-efficient variant is the Volkswagen Up!.
What MPG does a Volkswagen get in real-world driving?
Volkswagen models achieve between 29 and 51 MPG in real-world UK driving, depending on the model and engine. Official WLTP figures are typically 12% higher than real-world results due to laboratory test conditions.
How much does it cost to fill a Volkswagen?
Volkswagen fuel tank sizes range from 34L to 75L depending on the model. At the current UK average petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a full tank costs between £47 and £103.
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