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1990 Chrysler LeBaron MPG & fuel economy

The 1990 Chrysler LeBaron is a subcompact car offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. That's down 4 MPG from the 1989 model. Among 56 subcompact cars rated for 1990, it ranks 36th 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 19 MPG city · 25 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, 1990 #36 of 56 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1990 Chrysler LeBaron's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2510.69.4
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 1990 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Geo Metro47 MPG $989
  2. 2Chevrolet Sprint41 MPG $1,134
  3. 3Pontiac Firefly41 MPG $1,134
  4. 4Suzuki Swift41 MPG $1,134
  5. 5Daihatsu Charade34 MPG $1,368
  6. 36Chrysler LeBaron21 MPG $2,214
  7. 56Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental10 MPG $5,925
1990 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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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 19 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
LeBaron		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
LeBaron		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
LeBaron Convertible		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

1990 Chrysler LeBaron vs. rivals

vs Volkswagen Corrado 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Eagle Talon 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Talon saves $101/yr vs Ford Mustang 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Mustang saves $193/yr vs Chevrolet Camaro 19 MPG · $2,447/yr LeBaron saves $233/yr vs Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am/Formula 19 MPG · $2,447/yr LeBaron saves $233/yr vs Dodge Omni 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Omni saves $354/yr vs Chevrolet Camaro Hybrid 18 MPG · $2,583/yr LeBaron saves $369/yr vs Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am/Formula Hybrid 18 MPG · $2,583/yr LeBaron saves $369/yr vs Nissan 240SX 20 MPG · $2,325/yr LeBaron saves $111/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1990 Chrysler LeBaron?

Up to 21 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1990 Chrysler LeBaron use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1990 Chrysler LeBaron?

The 1990 Chrysler LeBaron's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1990 Chrysler LeBaron 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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