2004 Volkswagen Passat

Sedan Premium
Volkswagen Passat 2004
27MPG Combined
5 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2004 Volkswagen Passat. As a Sedan, it achieves 20–27 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.

2004 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG20–27 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG23
Highway MPG34
Body StyleSedan
Fuel TypePremium
DriveFWD
Available Trims5

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Man19/28/231.8L 4cylManual 5-spd
4 cyl19/28/221.8L 4cylAutomatic (S5)
Man17/26/202.8L 6cylManual 5-spd
6 cyl17/25/202.8L 6cylAutomatic (S5)
4 cyl23/34/272.0L 4cylAutomatic (S5)

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2004 Volkswagen Passat costs approximately $2,610 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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