1987 · Compact Car · Gas
1987 Mercury Cougar MPG & fuel economy
The 1987 Mercury Cougar is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. That's down 1 MPG from the 1986 model. Among 55 compact cars rated for 1987, it ranks 44th 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 1987 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 1987 Compact Cars
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Cougar MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic Cougar |
Gas | 17 MPG | 24 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |
| RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic Cougar |
Gas | 16 MPG | 24 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 3.8L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Passenger volume
- 92 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 468 g/mi
1987 Mercury Cougar vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Mercury Cougar?
Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway).
What fuel does the 1987 Mercury Cougar use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Mercury Cougar?
The 1987 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 1987 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.