2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible vs 2008 Volkswagen Passat 4motion
| EPA figure | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible | 2008 Volkswagen Passat 4motion |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body · drive | Minicompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Midsize · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 23 | 19 |
| City / highway MPG | 20 / 28 | 16 / 24 |
| Fuel a year | $2,900 | $4,350 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 386 | 468 |
| Engine | 2.5 L 5-cyl | 3.6 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) | Automatic (S6) |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.