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1985 Ford Bronco II MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Ford Bronco II is a special purpose vehicle offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1984 model. Among 38 special purpose vehicles rated for 1985, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #14 of 38 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Ford Bronco II's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway208.511.8
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1985 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Subaru Wagon26 MPG $1,788
  2. 2Grumman Olson Kubvan31 MPG $1,790
  3. 3Subaru Brat25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Dodge Caravan/Ram Van23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Chevrolet Blazer22 MPG $2,114
  6. 14Ford Bronco II18 MPG $2,583
  7. 38Dodge D250 Cab Chassis10 MPG $4,650
1985 Bronco IIOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Bronco II MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Bronco II 4WD		 Gas 16 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Bronco II 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 19 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco II 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco II 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.8L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

1985 Ford Bronco II vs. rivals

vs Isuzu Trooper 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep CJ 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs E. P. Dutton, Inc. Funeral Coach 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs Mitsubishi Montero 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs American Motors Corporation Eagle 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs Chevrolet S10 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs GMC S15 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs Ford Bronco II Diesel 25 MPG · $2,220/yr Bronco II Diesel saves $363/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 1985 Ford Bronco II Diesel (25 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Ford Bronco II?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Ford Bronco II use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Ford Bronco II?

The 1985 Ford Bronco II's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Ford Bronco II per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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