1990 rankings · Small Pickups
Most Fuel-Efficient 1990 Small Pickups, Ranked
We ranked all 6 EPA-rated 1990 small pickups by what they cost to fuel. The Ford Ranger leads at about $2,022 a year (23 MPG), while the Dodge Ram 50 Pickup is the most expensive to run at $2,447 (19 MPG). The median small pickup costs $2,114 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 6
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 6 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford Ranger | Gas | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
| 2 | Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,114 |
| 3 | GMC S15 Pickup | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,114 |
| 4 | Nissan Hardbody | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,114 |
| 5 | Isuzu Pickup | Gas | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| 6 | Dodge Ram 50 Pickup | Gas | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |