1987 · Two-Seater · Gas
1987 Honda Civic MPG & fuel economy
The 1987 Honda Civic is a two-seater offered in 10 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 46 MPG combined (42 city / 51 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 46 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1986 model. Among 20 two-seaters rated for 1987, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,011 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1987 Honda Civic's fuel average is 19.6 km/L (5.1 L/100 km), or 46 MPG combined: 17.9 km/L in the city and 21.7 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 42 | 17.9 | 5.6 |
| Highway | 51 | 21.7 | 4.6 |
| Combined | 46 | 19.6 | 5.1 |
How it ranks among 1987 Two-Seaters
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Civic MPG across model years
Full history →10 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX HF |
Gas | 42 MPG | 51 MPG | 46 MPG | — | $1,011 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX HF |
Gas | 37 MPG | 45 MPG | 40 MPG | — | $1,162 |
| FWD · 1.3L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual Civic |
Gas | 31 MPG | 39 MPG | 34 MPG | — | $1,368 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX |
Gas | 26 MPG | 33 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic |
Gas | 26 MPG | 32 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Civic CRX |
Gas | 25 MPG | 31 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX |
Gas | 26 MPG | 30 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Civic |
Gas | 23 MPG | 29 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Civic Wagon |
Gas | 24 MPG | 29 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| 4WD/AWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic Wagon 4WD |
Gas | 22 MPG | 26 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 193 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Honda Civic?
Up to 46 MPG combined (42 city / 51 highway); ratings range from 24 to 46 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1987 Honda Civic use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Honda Civic?
The 1987 Honda Civic's fuel average is 19.6 km/L (5.1 L/100 km), or 46 MPG combined: 17.9 km/L in the city and 21.7 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1987 Honda Civic per year?
About $1,011 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $6.74 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.