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1991 Chevrolet Lumina MPG & fuel economy

The 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1990 model. Among 42 midsize cars rated for 1991, it ranks 9th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1991 #9 of 42 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1991 Chevrolet Lumina's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2611.19.0
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 1991 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Dodge Spirit25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Plymouth Acclaim25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Chevrolet Corsica24 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Mazda 626/MX-624 MPG $1,938
  5. 5Buick Century22 MPG $2,114
  6. 9Chevrolet Lumina21 MPG $2,214
  7. 42Rolls-Royce Eight/Mulsan/Mulsanne10 MPG $5,925
1991 LuminaOther midsize carsClass median: $2,447/yr

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Lumina MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Lumina		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.1L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Lumina		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.1L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Lumina		 Gas 17 MPG 28 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Lumina		 Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
FWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Lumina		 Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
3-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
101 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. rivals

vs Ford Taurus 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Sonata 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Sable 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Grand Prix 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Regal 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Lumina saves $111/yr vs Ford Thunderbird 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Lumina saves $111/yr vs Mercury Cougar 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Lumina saves $111/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina?

The 1991 Chevrolet Lumina's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1991 Chevrolet Lumina per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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