1985 · Compact Car · Diesel

1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 40 MPG combined (36 city / 46 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 34 to 40 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 52 compact cars rated for 1985, it ranks 2nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $1,388 a year to fuel.

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Combined 40 MPG 36 MPG city · 46 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,388 15,000 mi/yr · $9.25 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #2 of 52 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel's fuel average is 17.0 km/L (5.9 L/100 km), or 40 MPG combined: 15.3 km/L in the city and 19.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City3615.36.5
Highway4619.65.1
Combined4017.05.9

How it ranks among 1985 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Ford Escort Diesel40 MPG $1,388
  2. 2Mercury Lynx Diesel40 MPG $1,388
  3. 3Ford Escort33 MPG $1,409
  4. 4Mercury Lynx33 MPG $1,409
  5. 5Renault Alliance/Encore32 MPG $1,453
  6. 52Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1985 Lynx DieselOther compact carsClass median: $1,860/yr

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Lynx Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Lynx
Diesel 36 MPG 46 MPG 40 MPG — $1,388
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Lynx
Diesel 31 MPG 39 MPG 34 MPG — $1,632

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
85 cu ft
Cargo volume
17 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
254 g/mi

1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel?

Up to 40 MPG combined (36 city / 46 highway); ratings range from 34 to 40 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel?

The 1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel's fuel average is 17.0 km/L (5.9 L/100 km), or 40 MPG combined: 15.3 km/L in the city and 19.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Mercury Lynx Diesel per year?

About $1,388 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $9.25 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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