1989 · Two-Seater · Gas
1989 Honda Civic MPG & fuel economy
The 1989 Honda Civic is a two-seater offered in 11 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 44 MPG combined (41 city / 49 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 44 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1988 model. Among 20 two-seaters rated for 1989, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,057 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1989 Honda Civic's fuel average is 18.7 km/L (5.3 L/100 km), or 44 MPG combined: 17.4 km/L in the city and 20.8 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 41 | 17.4 | 5.7 |
| Highway | 49 | 20.8 | 4.8 |
| Combined | 44 | 18.7 | 5.3 |
How it ranks among 1989 Two-Seaters
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Civic MPG across model years
Full history →11 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX HF |
Gas | 41 MPG | 49 MPG | 44 MPG | — | $1,057 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX HF |
Gas | 37 MPG | 47 MPG | 41 MPG | — | $1,134 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX |
Gas | 29 MPG | 37 MPG | 32 MPG | — | $1,453 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual Civic |
Gas | 29 MPG | 35 MPG | 31 MPG | — | $1,500 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic |
Gas | 27 MPG | 33 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic Wagon |
Gas | 26 MPG | 32 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Civic CRX |
Gas | 25 MPG | 33 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
| FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic CRX |
Gas | 24 MPG | 30 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Civic |
Gas | 23 MPG | 29 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| 4WD/AWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Civic Wagon 4WD |
Gas | 21 MPG | 25 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
| 4WD/AWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Civic Wagon 4WD |
Gas | 22 MPG | 24 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 202 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Honda Civic?
Up to 44 MPG combined (41 city / 49 highway); ratings range from 23 to 44 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1989 Honda Civic use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Honda Civic?
The 1989 Honda Civic's fuel average is 18.7 km/L (5.3 L/100 km), or 44 MPG combined: 17.4 km/L in the city and 20.8 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Honda Civic per year?
About $1,057 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $7.05 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.