1997 · Two-Seater · Gas

1997 Honda Del Sol MPG & fuel economy

The 1997 Honda Del Sol is a two-seater offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 31 MPG combined (28 city / 35 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 25 to 31 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1996 model. Among 11 two-seaters rated for 1997, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,500 a year to fuel.

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Combined 31 MPG 28 MPG city · 35 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,500 15,000 mi/yr · $10.00 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1997 #1 of 11 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1997 Honda Del Sol's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2811.98.4
Highway3514.96.7
Combined3113.27.6

How it ranks among 1997 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda Del Sol31 MPG $1,500
  2. 2Suzuki X-9024 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda MX-5 Miata22 MPG $2,114
  4. 4BMW Z324 MPG $2,469
  5. 5Porsche Boxster20 MPG $2,962
  6. 11Vector Avtech SC / M129 MPG $6,583
1997 Del SolOther two-seatersClass median: $3,118/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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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Del Sol		 Gas 28 MPG 35 MPG 31 MPG — $1,500
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
287 g/mi

1997 Honda Del Sol vs. rivals

vs Suzuki X-90 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Del Sol saves $438/yr vs Mazda MX-5 Miata 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Del Sol saves $614/yr vs Chevrolet Corvette 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Del Sol saves $1,618/yr vs Toyota Tercel 31 MPG · $1,500/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Aspire 33 MPG · $1,409/yr Aspire saves $91/yr vs Toyota Corolla 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Del Sol saves $103/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1997 Honda Del Sol?

Up to 31 MPG combined (28 city / 35 highway); ratings range from 25 to 31 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1997 Honda Del Sol use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1997 Honda Del Sol?

The 1997 Honda Del Sol's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1997 Honda Del Sol per year?

About $1,500 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.00 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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