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1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel is a special purpose vehicle offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 17 MPG combined (15 city / 20 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 17 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 38 special purpose vehicles rated for 1985, it ranks 26th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $3,265 a year to fuel.

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Combined 17 MPG 15 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,265 15,000 mi/yr · $21.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #26 of 38 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway208.511.8
Combined177.213.8

How it ranks among 1985 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Subaru Wagon26 MPG $1,788
  2. 2Grumman Olson Kubvan31 MPG $1,790
  3. 3Subaru Brat25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Dodge Caravan/Ram Van23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Chevrolet Blazer22 MPG $2,114
  6. 26Chevrolet Blazer Diesel17 MPG $3,265
  7. 38Dodge D250 Cab Chassis10 MPG $4,650
1985 Blazer DieselOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Blazer Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
K10 Blazer 4WD
Diesel 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $3,265
4WD/AWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
K10 Blazer 4WD
Diesel 15 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,469

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
6.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
599 g/mi

1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (22 MPG), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Hybrid (14 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel?

Up to 17 MPG combined (15 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 16 to 17 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel?

The 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Chevrolet Blazer Diesel per year?

About $3,265 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $21.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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