1985 · Compact Car · Gas
1985 Mercury Cougar MPG & fuel economy
The 1985 Mercury Cougar is a compact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1984 model. Among 52 compact cars rated for 1985, it ranks 41st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,447 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1985 Mercury Cougar's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Highway | 24 | 10.2 | 9.8 |
| Combined | 19 | 8.1 | 12.4 |
How it ranks among 1985 Compact Cars
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Cougar MPG across model years
Full history →5 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual Cougar |
Gas | 17 MPG | 24 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |
| RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic Cougar |
Gas | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic Cougar |
Gas | 17 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic Cougar |
Gas | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $2,735 |
| RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic Cougar |
Gas | 15 MPG | 22 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $2,735 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.3L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Passenger volume
- 92 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 468 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Mercury Cougar?
Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1985 Mercury Cougar use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Mercury Cougar?
The 1985 Mercury Cougar's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Mercury Cougar per year?
About $2,447 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $16.32 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.