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1990 GMC Jimmy MPG & fuel economy

The 1990 GMC Jimmy is a special purpose vehicle offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 12 to 18 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1989 model. Among 42 special purpose vehicles rated for 1990, it ranks 13th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1990 #13 of 42 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1990 GMC Jimmy's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1990 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Geo Tracker24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Suzuki Sidekick24 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager22 MPG $2,114
  5. 5Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van22 MPG $2,114
  6. 13GMC Jimmy18 MPG $2,583
  7. 42Land Rover Range Rover13 MPG $4,558
1990 JimmyOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,821/yr

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

Jimmy MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
S15 Jimmy 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
S15 Jimmy 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD/AWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
S15 Jimmy 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
S15 Jimmy 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 18 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Jimmy V1500 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 15 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual
Jimmy V1500 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 13 MPG 12 MPG — $3,875

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.3L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

1990 GMC Jimmy vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Blazer 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Lumina/APV Minivan 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Chrysler Town and Country 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Isuzu Amigo 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Trans Sport/Montana 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Oldsmobile Silhouette 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota 4Runner 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Coachbuilder Wagon 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Bronco II 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda MPV 19 MPG · $2,447/yr MPV saves $136/yr vs Jeep Wrangler 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Jimmy saves $152/yr vs Chevrolet S10 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Jimmy saves $152/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 1990 GMC Jimmy Diesel (17 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1990 GMC Jimmy?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 12 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1990 GMC Jimmy use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1990 GMC Jimmy?

The 1990 GMC Jimmy's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1990 GMC Jimmy per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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