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1989 Dodge Spirit MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Dodge Spirit is a midsize car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 24 MPG. Among 44 midsize cars rated for 1989, it ranks 5th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 21 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,938 15,000 mi/yr · $12.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #5 of 44 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Dodge Spirit's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 1989 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Corsica25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Aries25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Dodge Lancer25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Plymouth Reliant25 MPG $1,860
  5. 5Dodge Spirit24 MPG $1,938
  6. 44Rolls-Royce Brooklands/Turbo R10 MPG $5,925
1989 SpiritOther midsize carsClass median: $2,270/yr

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Spirit MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Spirit		 Gas 21 MPG 31 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Spirit		 Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Spirit		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Spirit		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Spirit		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
Spirit		 Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
96 cu ft
Cargo volume
14 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
370 g/mi

1989 Dodge Spirit vs. rivals

vs Plymouth Acclaim 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac 6000 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Plymouth Reliant 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Reliant saves $78/yr vs Chevrolet Corsica 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Corsica saves $78/yr vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Spirit saves $84/yr vs Eagle Medallion 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda 626/MX-6 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Dodge Spirit?

Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 19 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Dodge Spirit use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Dodge Spirit?

The 1989 Dodge Spirit's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Dodge Spirit per year?

About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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