1986 rankings · Wagons
Most Fuel-Efficient 1986 Wagons, Ranked
We ranked all 10 EPA-rated 1986 wagons by what they cost to fuel. The Toyota Tercel leads at about $1,453 a year (32 MPG), while the Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is the most expensive to run at $2,735 (17 MPG). The median wagon costs $2,214 a year to fuel.
Fuel costs assume 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gal regular, $3.95/gal premium and 18¢/kWh. Each model is shown in its most efficient configuration.
Top 10
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 10 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Tercel | Gas | 32 MPG | — | $1,453 |
| 2 | Volkswagen Quantum | Gas | 25 MPG | — | $1,860 |
| 3 | Mazda GLC | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 4 | Renault 18i/Wagon/Sportwagon | Gas | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
| 5 | Buick Century Wagon | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| 6 | Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| 7 | Chrysler Town and Country | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| 8 | Mitsubishi Space Wagon | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| 9 | Buick LeSabre/Electra Wagon | Gas | 17 MPG | — | $2,735 |
| 10 | Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | Gas | 17 MPG | — | $2,735 |