2012 VPG MV-1 CNG MPG & Specs — Real-World vs EPA, All Trims
Fuel grade varies by trim — see the breakdown below.
Is the 2012 VPG MV-1 CNG good on gas?
At up to 13 MPG combined, the 2012 VPG MV-1 CNG is worse than average for a Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD — that class averages about 18.4 MPG across 746 EPA-tested versions, so it's on the thirsty side for its size.
Real-world MPG vs the EPA number
The EPA figures above come from a standardized dynamometer test, not the open road — real-world MPG typically runs a bit lower depending on your driving, climate and terrain. That's true of every car on this site, old or new.
EPA updated its fuel-economy equations again for model year 2017 — mostly affecting hybrids and turbocharged engines — and recalculated 2011-2016 ratings to match, in some cases 1-2 MPG lower. The number above already reflects that update.
For its most efficient trim, the EPA estimates about $3,400 a year in fuel (15,000 miles) — roughly $283 a month.
2012 VPG MV-1 CNG trims & fuel economy
| Trim (engine / transmission) | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr (today's price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, RWD | CNG | 13 | $3,400 |
2012 VPG MV-1 CNG specs
What the EPA test-car listings record for this model year — every combination sold is a row in the trims table above.
| Engine options | 4.6L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive type | RWD |
| EPA body class | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
| Fuel | CNG |
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1 trim(s) · EPA FuelEconomy.gov data retrieved 2026-07-24 · fuel prices AAA national average as of 2026-07-05.