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1989 Ford E150 Econoline MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Ford E150 Econoline is a van offered in 5 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. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1988 model. Among 24 vans rated for 1989, it ranks 18th 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, 1989 #18 of 24 Vans by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Ford E150 Econoline'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 1989 Vans

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  1. 1GMC Safari20 MPG $2,325
  2. 2Toyota Van20 MPG $2,325
  3. 3Chevrolet Astro Cargo20 MPG $2,325
  4. 4Mitsubishi Van19 MPG $2,447
  5. 5Ford Aerostar Van18 MPG $2,583
  6. 18Ford E150 Econoline15 MPG $3,100
  7. 24Chevrolet Sport Van12 MPG $3,875
1989 E150 EconolineOther vansClass median: $2,735/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 · 5-speed manual
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 13 MPG 15 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
RWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 12 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
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
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
592 g/mi

1989 Ford E150 Econoline vs. rivals

vs Dodge B150/B250 Van 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Rally Diesel 18 MPG · $3,083/yr Rally Diesel saves $17/yr vs Chevrolet G10/20 Van Diesel 19 MPG · $2,921/yr G10/20 Van Diesel saves $179/yr vs GMC Vandura Diesel 19 MPG · $2,921/yr Vandura Diesel saves $179/yr vs Dodge B150/B250 Wagon 14 MPG · $3,321/yr E150 Econoline saves $221/yr vs GMC Rally 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Rally saves $365/yr vs Dodge B350 Wagon 13 MPG · $3,577/yr E150 Econoline saves $477/yr vs Dodge B350 Van 13 MPG · $3,577/yr E150 Econoline saves $477/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Ford E150 Econoline?

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

What fuel does the 1989 Ford E150 Econoline use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Ford E150 Econoline?

The 1989 Ford E150 Econoline'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 1989 Ford E150 Econoline 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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