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2012 Volkswagen GTI MPG

Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2012 Volkswagen GTI.

EPA combined fuel economy
25–27MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
22
MPG
Highway
32
MPG
Engine
2L
Cylinders
4
Drive
FrontWD
Class
Compact Cars
Running cost

Estimated annual fuel cost

Per year
$2,020
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
577 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon

Based on 26 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.

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FAQ

2012 Volkswagen GTI

How many MPG does a 2012 Volkswagen GTI get?
The 2012 Volkswagen GTI gets 25–27 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 22 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (2 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
What is the annual fuel cost for a 2012 Volkswagen GTI?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at 26 MPG combined, the 2012 Volkswagen GTI uses about 577 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,020 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2012 Volkswagen GTI?
The 2012 Volkswagen GTI returns 22 MPG city and 32 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 25–27 MPG combined figure blends the two.
Is 26 MPG good for a compact cars?
For a compact cars, 26 MPG combined is about average. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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