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1987 Ford Bronco MPG & fuel economy

The 1987 Ford Bronco is a special purpose vehicle offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 15 MPG combined (14 city / 17 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 11 to 15 MPG. That's down 2 MPG from the 1986 model. Among 33 special purpose vehicles rated for 1987, it ranks 22nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $3,100 a year to fuel.

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Combined 15 MPG 14 MPG city · 17 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,100 15,000 mi/yr · $20.67 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1987 #22 of 33 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1987 Ford Bronco's fuel average is 6.4 km/L (15.7 L/100 km), or 15 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway177.213.8
Combined156.415.7

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. 22Ford Bronco15 MPG $3,100
  7. 33Dodge D250 Cab Chassis10 MPG $4,650
1987 BroncoOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,906/yr

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

Bronco MPG across model years

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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 15 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 13 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 11 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 · 5.0L 8-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 13 MPG 12 MPG — $3,875
4WD/AWD · 5.8L 8-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 10 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
592 g/mi

1987 Ford Bronco vs. rivals

vs Toyota Cab Chassis 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Grand Wagoneer 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Suburban Diesel 18 MPG · $3,083/yr Suburban Diesel saves $17/yr vs GMC Suburban Diesel 18 MPG · $3,083/yr Suburban Diesel saves $17/yr vs Nissan Pathfinder 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Pathfinder saves $194/yr vs Mitsubishi Montero 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Montero saves $194/yr vs Chevrolet Suburban 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Bronco saves $221/yr vs GMC Suburban 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Bronco saves $221/yr vs Chevrolet Blazer Diesel 16 MPG · $3,469/yr Bronco saves $369/yr vs GMC Jimmy Diesel 16 MPG · $3,469/yr Bronco saves $369/yr vs Dodge Ramcharger 13 MPG · $3,577/yr Bronco saves $477/yr vs Dodge Dakota Cab Chassis 12 MPG · $3,875/yr Bronco saves $775/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Ford Bronco?

Up to 15 MPG combined (14 city / 17 highway); ratings range from 11 to 15 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1987 Ford Bronco use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Ford Bronco?

The 1987 Ford Bronco's fuel average is 6.4 km/L (15.7 L/100 km), or 15 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1987 Ford Bronco per year?

About $3,100 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $20.67 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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