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1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van MPG & fuel economy

The 1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van is a special purpose vehicle offered in 8 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 22 MPG. Among 33 special purpose vehicles rated for 1987, it ranks 2nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1987 #2 of 33 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2611.19.0
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 1987 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van22 MPG $2,114
  3. 3Chevrolet Blazer21 MPG $2,214
  4. 4Jeep Cherokee21 MPG $2,214
  5. 5GMC Jimmy21 MPG $2,214
  6. 33Dodge D250 Cab Chassis10 MPG $4,650
1987 Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram VanOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,906/yr

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

Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van MPG across model years

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8 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 17 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 17 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
FWD · 2.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD
Gas 17 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.2L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 18 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van?

The 1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1987 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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