1996 · Two-Seater · Gas

1996 Honda Del Sol MPG & fuel economy

The 1996 Honda Del Sol is a two-seater offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 32 MPG combined (29 city / 35 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 25 to 32 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1995 model. Among 12 two-seaters rated for 1996, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,453 a year to fuel.

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Combined 32 MPG 29 MPG city · 35 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,453 15,000 mi/yr · $9.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1996 #1 of 12 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1996 Honda Del Sol's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 12.3 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2912.38.1
Highway3514.96.7
Combined3213.67.4

How it ranks among 1996 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda Del Sol32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Suzuki X-9024 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda MX-5 Miata23 MPG $2,022
  4. 4BMW Z323 MPG $2,576
  5. 5Chevrolet Corvette18 MPG $2,583
  6. 12Vector Avtech SC / M129 MPG $6,583
1996 Del SolOther two-seatersClass median: $3,205/yr

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

Del Sol MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Del Sol		 Gas 29 MPG 35 MPG 32 MPG — $1,453
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Del Sol		 Gas 25 MPG 33 MPG 28 MPG — $1,661
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Del Sol		 Gas 26 MPG 33 MPG 28 MPG — $1,661
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Del Sol		 Gas 24 MPG 32 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Del Sol		 Gas 23 MPG 27 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.6L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
278 g/mi

1996 Honda Del Sol vs. rivals

vs Suzuki X-90 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Del Sol saves $484/yr vs Mazda MX-5 Miata 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Del Sol saves $569/yr vs Chevrolet Corvette 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Del Sol saves $1,130/yr vs Nissan 300ZX 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Del Sol saves $1,665/yr vs Dodge Viper 14 MPG · $4,232/yr Del Sol saves $2,779/yr vs Toyota Tercel 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1996 Honda Del Sol?

Up to 32 MPG combined (29 city / 35 highway); ratings range from 25 to 32 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1996 Honda Del Sol use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 Honda Del Sol?

The 1996 Honda Del Sol's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 12.3 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 Honda Del Sol per year?

About $1,453 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $9.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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