MPG & Fuel Economy Data
The 2021 Volkswagen Golf has an estimated 32.0 MPG combined. This regular gasoline-powered vehicle offers 29.0 MPG in the city and 36.0 MPG on the highway. Check out its full EPA-estimated fuel economy data below.
Combined32.0 MPG
City29.0 MPG
Highway36.0 MPG
CO₂ Emissions279 g/mi
GHG Score7/10
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With a Greenhouse Gas Score of 7/10, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf demonstrates excellent environmental performance in its class. This high score indicates a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to other vehicles.
The vehicle produces approximately 279 grams of CO₂ per mile under typical driving conditions. This represents average carbon emissions for its vehicle type.
This compact cars features a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine, paired with a automatic (s8) transmission and front-wheel drive drivetrain. It includes start-stop technology to improve fuel efficiency in city driving conditions. Plus it has a turbocharged engine for improved power and efficiency.
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The 2021 Volkswagen Golf with manual 6-spd has an estimated 33.0 MPG combined. This manual 6-spd regular gasoline-powered vehicle offers 29.0 MPG in the city and 39.0 MPG on the highway.
Combined33.0 MPG
City29.0 MPG
Highway39.0 MPG
CO₂ Emissions267 g/mi
GHG Score7/10
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When using regular gasoline, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf with manual 6-spd has a carbon footprint of 267 grams of CO₂ per mile. Its Greenhouse Gas Score of 7/10 indicates its relative environmental impact, with higher scores representing lower emissions.
These environmental metrics reflect the vehicle's efficiency in manual 6-spd configuration. The CO₂ emissions measurement provides a direct indicator of the vehicle's contribution to greenhouse gases, while the GHG score offers a standardized comparison with other vehicles in its class.
This compact cars with manual 6-spd features a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive drivetrain. And it has a turbocharged engine for improved power and efficiency.
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These vehicles are in the same class (Compact Cars) and offer comparable fuel economy ratings.