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1988 Chrysler LeBaron MPG & fuel economy

The 1988 Chrysler LeBaron is a subcompact car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 25 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1987 model. Among 55 subcompact 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 $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 22 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1988 #21 of 55 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1988 Chrysler LeBaron's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 1988 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Sprint47 MPG $989
  2. 2Pontiac Firefly39 MPG $1,192
  3. 3Suzuki Forsa39 MPG $1,192
  4. 4Ford Festiva35 MPG $1,329
  5. 5Daihatsu Charade34 MPG $1,368
  6. 21Chrysler LeBaron25 MPG $1,860
  7. 55Aston Martin Saloon/Vantage/Volante9 MPG $5,167
1988 LeBaronOther subcompact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

LeBaron MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
LeBaron GTS		 Gas 22 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 19 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
LeBaron		 Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.2L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
96 cu ft
Cargo volume
18 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

1988 Chrysler LeBaron vs. rivals

vs Subaru XT 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Sunbird 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Sunbird saves $138/yr vs Mitsubishi Tredia 24 MPG · $1,938/yr LeBaron saves $78/yr vs Ford Mustang 24 MPG · $1,938/yr LeBaron saves $78/yr vs Dodge Daytona 23 MPG · $2,022/yr LeBaron saves $162/yr vs Toyota Corolla 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Corolla saves $257/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1988 Chrysler LeBaron?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 20 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1988 Chrysler LeBaron use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1988 Chrysler LeBaron?

The 1988 Chrysler LeBaron's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1988 Chrysler LeBaron per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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