1989 rankings · Wagons
Most Fuel-Efficient 1989 Wagons, Ranked
We ranked all 9 EPA-rated 1989 wagons by what they cost to fuel. The Nissan Sentra leads at about $1,661 a year (28 MPG), while the CX Automotive Cxestate is the most expensive to run at $3,703 (16 MPG). The median wagon costs $2,583 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 9
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 9 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nissan Sentra | Gas | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
| 2 | Buick Century Wagon | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 3 | Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 4 | Subaru Wagon | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 5 | Buick LeSabre/Electra Wagon | Gas | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| 6 | Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | Gas | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| 7 | Pontiac Safari | Gas | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| 8 | Ford LTD Crown Victoria/Country Squire Wagon | Gas | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| 9 | CX Automotive Cxestate | Gas | 16 MPG | — | $3,703 |