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1986 Ford Bronco MPG & fuel economy

The 1986 Ford Bronco is a special purpose vehicle offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 17 MPG combined (15 city / 20 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 11 to 17 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1985 model. Among 32 special purpose vehicles rated for 1986, it ranks 15th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,735 a year to fuel.

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Combined 17 MPG 15 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,735 15,000 mi/yr · $18.24 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1986 #15 of 32 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1986 Ford Bronco's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway208.511.8
Combined177.213.8

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. 15Ford Bronco17 MPG $2,735
  7. 32Dodge D250 Cab Chassis11 MPG $4,227
1986 BroncoOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Bronco MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 16 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 14 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 12 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 12 MPG 14 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 5.8L 8-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 12 MPG 11 MPG — $4,227

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.9L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
523 g/mi

1986 Ford Bronco vs. rivals

vs Isuzu Trooper 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Mitsubishi Montero 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs American Motors Corporation Eagle 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet S10 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC S15 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep CJ 18 MPG · $2,583/yr CJ saves $152/yr vs Toyota 4Runner 19 MPG · $2,447/yr 4Runner saves $288/yr vs Volga Associated Automobile Niva 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Niva saves $288/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1986 Ford Bronco?

Up to 17 MPG combined (15 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 11 to 17 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1986 Ford Bronco use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1986 Ford Bronco?

The 1986 Ford Bronco's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1986 Ford Bronco per year?

About $2,735 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $18.24 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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