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1987 Ford E150 Econoline MPG & fuel economy

The 1987 Ford E150 Econoline is a van offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (15 city / 18 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 11 to 16 MPG. That's down 4 MPG from the 1986 model. Among 25 vans rated for 1987, it ranks 13th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,906 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 15 MPG city · 18 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,906 15,000 mi/yr · $19.38 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1987 #13 of 25 Vans by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1987 Ford E150 Econoline's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway187.713.1
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 1987 Vans

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  1. 1Ford Aerostar Van24 MPG $1,938
  2. 2GMC Safari21 MPG $2,214
  3. 3Chevrolet Astro Cargo21 MPG $2,214
  4. 4Ford Aerostar Wagon21 MPG $2,214
  5. 5Toyota Van20 MPG $2,325
  6. 13Ford E150 Econoline16 MPG $2,906
  7. 25Dodge B350 Van12 MPG $3,875
1987 E150 EconolineOther vansClass median: $2,906/yr

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

E150 Econoline MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 18 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 15 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
RWD · 5.8L 8-cyl · 3-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 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
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

1987 Ford E150 Econoline vs. rivals

vs Dodge B150/B250 Van 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet G10/20 Van Diesel 19 MPG · $2,921/yr E150 Econoline saves $15/yr vs GMC Vandura Diesel 19 MPG · $2,921/yr E150 Econoline saves $15/yr vs GMC Rally Diesel 18 MPG · $3,083/yr E150 Econoline saves $177/yr vs Chevrolet G10/20 Van 17 MPG · $2,735/yr G10/20 Van saves $171/yr vs Chevrolet Astro Passenger 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Astro Passenger saves $171/yr vs Mitsubishi Wagon 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Wagon saves $171/yr vs GMC Vandura 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Vandura saves $171/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Ford E150 Econoline?

Up to 16 MPG combined (15 city / 18 highway); ratings range from 11 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1987 Ford E150 Econoline use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Ford E150 Econoline?

The 1987 Ford E150 Econoline's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1987 Ford E150 Econoline per year?

About $2,906 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $19.38 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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