DecodedCarsVolkswagen models
18 Volkswagen models since 2005 · 281 recall campaigns on file.
Current models
Volkswagen Golf/GTI
2005–2027 · 28 MPG · Midsize Cars
Volkswagen Tiguan
2009–2027 · 29 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Volkswagen GLI
2022–2027 · 29 MPG · Compact Cars
Volkswagen Jetta
2005–2027 · 34 MPG · Compact Cars
Volkswagen Atlas
2018–2027 · 25 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Volkswagen ID.4
2021–2026 · 291 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Volkswagen ID. Buzz
2025 · 234 mi · Minivan -
Volkswagen Taos
2022–2027 · 30 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Volkswagen at a glance
We have 18 Volkswagen models on file, covering model years 2005 to 2027; 8 are on sale now: Golf/GTI, Tiguan, GLI, Jetta, Atlas, ID.4, ID. Buzz and Taos.
The current lineup is made up of 4 SUVs, 3 cars and 1 minivan.
The Volkswagen Jetta is the most fuel-efficient at 34 MPG combined in its best version, while the Volkswagen Atlas is the thirstiest at 25 MPG.
Its longest-range EV is the Volkswagen ID.4, with up to 291 miles on a charge (EPA).
The most researched Volkswagen right now is the Golf/GTI (26,804 Wikipedia views in 30 days), followed by the Passat and Tiguan.
Across all models and years there are 281 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. The Volkswagen Atlas has the most (48), and the Volkswagen Jetta has collected the most owner complaints (4,090). No recalls: Volkswagen GLI.
On average, the best version of each current model returns 29 MPG combined.
Discontinued models include the Arteon (last sold 2024), Passat (last sold 2022), Beetle (last sold 2019), Touareg (last sold 2017) and CC (last sold 2017).
Across all its models, owners most often report problems with the electrical system, air bags and engine.
Its longest-running model in our data is the Golf/GTI, with model years from 2005 to 2027.
Its current EVs average 263 miles of EPA range in their best versions.
Five stars overall in their latest NHTSA test: Golf/GTI, Tiguan, Jetta, Atlas and ID.4.
Every Volkswagen model in one line
→ The 2026 Volkswagen Golf/GTI is a midsize car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 169 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,177 lb.
→ The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 184 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,810 lb.
→ The 2026 Volkswagen GLI is a compact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive. EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (26 city / 36 highway), 1% worse than the 2026 compact car average of 29.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,300 a year in fuel.
→ The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car offered with a 1.5L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive. It measures about 186 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,976 lb (4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 201 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,442 lb (4dr SUV 4motion 2.0l).
→ The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 180 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,339 lb (4dr SUV Base).
→ The 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz is a minivan powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 195 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 128-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,261 lb (Id.Buzz Bev Minivan AWD).
→ The 2026 Volkswagen Taos is a small SUV offered with a 1.5L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. It measures about 176 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,430 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
→ The 2022 Volkswagen Passat is a midsize car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive. It measures about 194 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,325 lb.
→ The 2017 Volkswagen Touareg is a standard SUV offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 189 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,696 lb.
→ The 2024 Volkswagen Arteon is a large car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 191 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,618 lb.
→ The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle is a subcompact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive. It measures about 169 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 100-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,225 lb (2dr Convertible).
Current lineup compared
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 2005–2027 | 28 MPG | 28 | 670 |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 2009–2027 | 29 MPG | 38 | 2,119 |
| Volkswagen GLI | 2022–2027 | 29 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2005–2027 | 34 MPG | 42 | 4,090 |
| Volkswagen Atlas | 2018–2027 | 25 MPG | 48 | 2,515 |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | 2021–2026 | 291 mi | 27 | 1,023 |
| Volkswagen ID. Buzz | 2025 | 234 mi | 2 | 16 |
| Volkswagen Taos | 2022–2027 | 30 MPG | 8 | 504 |
Past models
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Passat | 2005–2022 | 28 MPG | 30 | 3,017 |
| Volkswagen Touareg | 2005–2017 | 19 MPG | 9 | 281 |
| Volkswagen Arteon | 2019–2024 | 25 MPG | 6 | 43 |
| Volkswagen Beetle | 2005–2019 | 29 MPG | 17 | 549 |
| Volkswagen CC | 2009–2017 | 25 MPG | 11 | 875 |
| Volkswagen Routan | 2009–2014 | 20 MPG | 7 | 529 |
| Volkswagen Eos | 2007–2016 | 25 MPG | 6 | 349 |
| Volkswagen Phaeton | 2005–2006 | 16 MPG | 0 | 1 |
| Volkswagen R32 | 2008 | 20 MPG | 0 | 10 |
| Volkswagen Rabbit | 2006–2009 | 24 MPG | 2 | 85 |