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1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona MPG & fuel economy

The 1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona is a subcompact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG. That's down 5 MPG from the 1986 model. Among 63 subcompact cars rated for 1987, it ranks 50th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,821 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 $2,821 15,000 mi/yr · $18.81 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1987 #50 of 63 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona'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 1987 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Sprint47 MPG $989
  2. 2Pontiac Firefly39 MPG $1,192
  3. 3Suzuki Forsa39 MPG $1,192
  4. 4Subaru Justy34 MPG $1,368
  5. 5Isuzu I-Mark33 MPG $1,409
  6. 50Chrysler Laser/Daytona21 MPG $2,821
  7. 63Aston Martin Saloon/Vantage/Volante9 MPG $5,167
1987 Laser/DaytonaOther subcompact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

Laser/Daytona MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Laser/Daytona
Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
Laser/Daytona
Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.2L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
83 cu ft
Cargo volume
17 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona?

The 1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona'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 1987 Chrysler Laser/Daytona per year?

About $2,821 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $18.81 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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