1985 · Two-Seater · Gas
1985 Lotus Esprit MPG & fuel economy
The 1985 Lotus Esprit is a two-seater with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 14 MPG combined (11 city / 18 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1984 model. Among 16 two-seaters rated for 1985, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $3,321 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1985 Lotus Esprit's fuel average is 6.0 km/L (16.8 L/100 km), or 14 MPG combined: 4.7 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 11 | 4.7 | 21.4 |
| Highway | 18 | 7.7 | 13.1 |
| Combined | 14 | 6.0 | 16.8 |
How it ranks among 1985 Two-Seaters
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Esprit MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual Esprit Turbo |
Gas | 11 MPG | 18 MPG | 14 MPG | — | $3,321 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.2L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 635 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Lotus Esprit?
Up to 14 MPG combined (11 city / 18 highway).
What fuel does the 1985 Lotus Esprit use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Lotus Esprit?
The 1985 Lotus Esprit's fuel average is 6.0 km/L (16.8 L/100 km), or 14 MPG combined: 4.7 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Lotus Esprit per year?
About $3,321 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $22.14 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.