2006 Volkswagen Golf

Compact Sedan Diesel
Volkswagen Golf 2006
34MPG Combined
4 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2006 Volkswagen Golf. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 24–34 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2006 Volkswagen Golf Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG24–34 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG31
Highway MPG40
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypeDiesel
DriveFWD
Available Trims4

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Man31/40/341.9L 4cylManual 5-spd
4 cyl28/40/321.9L 4cylAutomatic (S5)
Auto21/27/242.0L 4cylAutomatic 4-spd
Man21/29/242.0L 4cylManual 5-spd

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2006 Volkswagen Golf costs approximately $1,750 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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