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1986 Jeep CJ MPG & fuel economy

The 1986 Jeep CJ is a special purpose vehicle offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (17 city / 19 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 15 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1985 model. Among 32 special purpose vehicles rated for 1986, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 17 MPG city · 19 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1986 #14 of 32 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1986 Jeep CJ's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway198.112.4
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1986 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Subaru Sedan25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Subaru Wagon25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Chevrolet Blazer22 MPG $2,114
  6. 14Jeep CJ18 MPG $2,583
  7. 32Dodge D250 Cab Chassis11 MPG $4,227
1986 CJOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,735/yr

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

CJ MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
CJ7		 Gas 17 MPG 19 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
CJ7		 Gas 16 MPG 17 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.2L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
CJ7		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.2L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
CJ7		 Gas 15 MPG 18 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 4.2L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
CJ7		 Gas 15 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

1986 Jeep CJ vs. rivals

vs Toyota 4Runner 19 MPG · $2,447/yr 4Runner saves $136/yr vs Volga Associated Automobile Niva 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Niva saves $136/yr vs Ford Bronco 17 MPG · $2,735/yr CJ saves $152/yr vs Isuzu Trooper 17 MPG · $2,735/yr CJ saves $152/yr vs Mitsubishi Montero 17 MPG · $2,735/yr CJ saves $152/yr vs American Motors Corporation Eagle 17 MPG · $2,735/yr CJ saves $152/yr vs Chevrolet S10 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr CJ saves $152/yr vs GMC S15 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr CJ saves $152/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1986 Jeep CJ?

Up to 18 MPG combined (17 city / 19 highway); ratings range from 15 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1986 Jeep CJ use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1986 Jeep CJ?

The 1986 Jeep CJ's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1986 Jeep CJ per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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