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1988 GMC Rally Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1988 GMC Rally Diesel is a van offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1987 model. Among 25 vans rated for 1988, it ranks 17th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $3,083 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,083 15,000 mi/yr · $20.56 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1988 #17 of 25 Vans by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1988 GMC Rally Diesel'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 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway208.511.8
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1988 Vans

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  1. 1GMC Safari22 MPG $2,114
  2. 2Chevrolet Astro Cargo22 MPG $2,114
  3. 3Toyota Van20 MPG $2,325
  4. 4Ford Aerostar Van18 MPG $2,583
  5. 5Chevrolet Astro Passenger18 MPG $2,583
  6. 17GMC Rally Diesel18 MPG $3,083
  7. 25Chevrolet Sport Van13 MPG $3,577
1988 Rally DieselOther vansClass median: $2,906/yr

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

Rally Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual
G15/25 Rally 2WD
Diesel 16 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $3,083
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
G15/25 Rally 2WD
Diesel 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $3,265

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
6.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
566 g/mi

1988 GMC Rally Diesel vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1988 GMC Rally Diesel?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1988 GMC Rally Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1988 GMC Rally Diesel?

The 1988 GMC Rally Diesel'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 8.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1988 GMC Rally Diesel per year?

About $3,083 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $20.56 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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