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1997 Ford F250 MPG & fuel economy

The 1997 Ford F250 is a full-size pickup offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 15 MPG combined (14 city / 18 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 13 to 15 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1996 model. Among 15 full-size pickups rated for 1997, it ranks 11th 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 · 18 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, 1997 #11 of 15 Full-Size Pickups by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1997 Ford F250'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 7.7 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway187.713.1
Combined156.415.7

How it ranks among 1997 Full-Size Pickups

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  1. 1Ford Ranger22 MPG $2,114
  2. 2Mazda B Pickup22 MPG $2,114
  3. 3Toyota Tacoma22 MPG $2,114
  4. 4Dodge Dakota Pickup20 MPG $2,325
  5. 5Toyota Truck/T10019 MPG $2,447
  6. 11Ford F25015 MPG $3,100
  7. 15Chevrolet Pickup 2500 Diesel14 MPG $3,964
1997 F250Other full-size pickupsClass median: $2,735/yr

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

F250 MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
F250 Pickup 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
F250 Pickup 2WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
RWD · 5.4L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
F250 Pickup 2WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
F250 Pickup 4WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
F250 Pickup 4WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 5.4L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
F250 Pickup 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.6L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
592 g/mi

1997 Ford F250 vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Pickup 2500 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Ram 1500 Pickup saves $194/yr vs Chevrolet C1500 Pickup 17 MPG · $2,735/yr C1500 Pickup saves $365/yr vs GMC Sierra Diesel 15 MPG · $3,700/yr F250 saves $600/yr vs Chevrolet K1500 Pickup Diesel 15 MPG · $3,700/yr F250 saves $600/yr vs Chevrolet Pickup 2500 Diesel 14 MPG · $3,964/yr F250 saves $864/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1997 Ford F250?

Up to 15 MPG combined (14 city / 18 highway); ratings range from 13 to 15 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1997 Ford F250 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1997 Ford F250?

The 1997 Ford F250'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 7.7 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1997 Ford F250 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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