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1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo MPG & fuel economy

The 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. That's up 1 MPG from the 1987 model. Among 37 midsize cars rated for 1988, it ranks 21st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1988 #21 of 37 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 1988 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Dodge Aries25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Lancer25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Plymouth Reliant25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Eagle Renault Medallion25 MPG $1,860
  5. 5Buick Century24 MPG $1,938
  6. 21Chevrolet Monte Carlo20 MPG $2,325
  7. 37Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit/Silver Spur9 MPG $5,167
1988 Monte CarloOther midsize carsClass median: $2,325/yr

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

Monte Carlo MPG across model years

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1 EPA-rated configuration

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Monte Carlo
Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.3L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
98 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Hybrid (18 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway).

What fuel does the 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

The 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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