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1986 Dodge Caravan/Ram Van MPG & fuel economy

The 1986 Dodge Caravan/Ram Van is a special purpose vehicle offered in 6 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. That's down 1 MPG from the 1985 model. Among 32 special purpose vehicles rated for 1986, it ranks 6th 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, 1986 #6 of 32 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1986 Dodge 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 1986 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Subaru Sedan25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Subaru Wagon25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Chevrolet Blazer22 MPG $2,114
  6. 6Dodge Caravan/Ram Van22 MPG $2,114
  7. 32Dodge D250 Cab Chassis11 MPG $4,227
1986 Caravan/Ram VanOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Caravan/Ram Van MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Caravan/Ram Van 2WD		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Caravan/Ram Van 2WD		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Caravan/Ram Van 2WD		 Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravan/Ram Van 2WD		 Gas 18 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravan/Ram Van 2WD		 Gas 17 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
FWD · 2.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
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
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

1986 Dodge Caravan/Ram Van vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Blazer 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Jimmy 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Bronco II 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer Diesel 26 MPG · $2,135/yr Caravan/Ram Van saves $21/yr vs Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Cherokee/Wagoneer saves $92/yr vs Plymouth Voyager 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Caravan/Ram Van saves $101/yr vs Isuzu Trooper Diesel 25 MPG · $2,220/yr Caravan/Ram Van saves $106/yr vs Suzuki Samurai 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Samurai saves $254/yr vs Subaru Sedan 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Sedan saves $254/yr vs Subaru Wagon 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Wagon saves $254/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1986 Dodge 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 1986 Dodge Caravan/Ram Van use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1986 Dodge Caravan/Ram Van?

The 1986 Dodge 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 1986 Dodge 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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