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1984 Ford Escort MPG & fuel economy

The 1984 Ford Escort is a compact car offered in 10 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 32 MPG combined (28 city / 39 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 32 MPG. Among 45 compact cars rated for 1984, it ranks 3rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,453 a year to fuel.

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Combined 32 MPG 28 MPG city · 39 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,453 15,000 mi/yr · $9.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1984 #3 of 45 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1984 Ford Escort's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 16.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2811.98.4
Highway3916.66.0
Combined3213.67.4

How it ranks among 1984 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Ford Escort Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  2. 2Mercury Lynx Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  3. 3Ford Escort32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Mercury Lynx32 MPG $1,453
  5. 5Renault Alliance/Encore32 MPG $1,453
  6. 45Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1984 EscortOther compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

Escort MPG across model years

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10 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Escort		 Gas 28 MPG 39 MPG 32 MPG — $1,453
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Escort		 Gas 23 MPG 32 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Escort		 Gas 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Escort		 Gas 22 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Escort		 Gas 21 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Escort		 Gas 21 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Escort		 Gas 21 MPG 27 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
— · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Escort		 Gas 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Escort		 Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
— · 1.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Escort Wagon		 Gas 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.6L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
—
Passenger volume
85 cu ft
Cargo volume
17 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
278 g/mi

1984 Ford Escort vs. rivals

vs Mercury Lynx 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Lynx Diesel 39 MPG · $1,423/yr Lynx Diesel saves $30/yr vs Toyota Corolla Diesel 38 MPG · $1,461/yr Escort saves $7/yr vs Dodge Omni 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Escort saves $97/yr vs Plymouth Horizon 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Escort saves $97/yr vs Renault Alliance/Encore 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Escort Diesel 39 MPG · $1,423/yr Escort Diesel saves $30/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 1984 Ford Escort Diesel (39 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1984 Ford Escort?

Up to 32 MPG combined (28 city / 39 highway); ratings range from 23 to 32 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1984 Ford Escort use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1984 Ford Escort?

The 1984 Ford Escort's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 16.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1984 Ford Escort per year?

About $1,453 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $9.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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