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1985 Ford Mustang MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Ford Mustang is a subcompact car offered in 9 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 23 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 63 subcompact cars rated for 1985, it ranks 38th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,022 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 21 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,022 15,000 mi/yr · $13.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #38 of 63 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Ford Mustang's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2611.19.0
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 1985 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Sprint42 MPG $1,107
  2. 2Pontiac Firefly42 MPG $1,107
  3. 3Suzuki SA 31042 MPG $1,107
  4. 4Isuzu 750C/I-Mark35 MPG $1,329
  5. 5Chevrolet Spectrum35 MPG $1,329
  6. 38Ford Mustang23 MPG $2,022
  7. 63Aston Martin Saloon/Vantage/Volante8 MPG $5,812
1985 MustangOther subcompact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

Mustang MPG across model years

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9 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 19 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 17 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.3L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
84 cu ft
Cargo volume
12 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

1985 Ford Mustang vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Camaro 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Capri 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Renault Fuego 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am/Formula 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Firebird/Trans Am/Formula saves $84/yr vs Subaru RX Turbo 24 MPG · $1,938/yr RX Turbo saves $84/yr vs Dodge Daytona 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Daytona saves $84/yr vs Chevrolet Camaro Hybrid 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Mustang saves $714/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Ford Mustang?

Up to 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 17 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Ford Mustang use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Ford Mustang?

The 1985 Ford Mustang's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Ford Mustang per year?

About $2,022 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $13.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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