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1984 Nissan Maxima MPG & fuel economy

The 1984 Nissan Maxima is a subcompact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 21 MPG. Among 65 subcompact cars rated for 1984, it ranks 44th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1984 #44 of 65 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1984 Nissan Maxima's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2410.29.8
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 1984 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Honda Civic41 MPG $1,134
  2. 2Toyota Starlet36 MPG $1,292
  3. 3Nissan Sentra Diesel41 MPG $1,354
  4. 4Plymouth Colt34 MPG $1,368
  5. 5Dodge Colt34 MPG $1,368
  6. 44Nissan Maxima21 MPG $2,214
  7. 65Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental8 MPG $5,812
1984 MaximaOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,022/yr

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

Maxima MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
— · 2.4L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Maxima		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
— · 2.4L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Maxima		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
— · 2.4L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Maxima		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
— · 2.4L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Maxima Wagon		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
—
Passenger volume
82 cu ft
Cargo volume
10 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

1984 Nissan Maxima vs. rivals

vs Mercury Capri 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Capri saves $101/yr vs Ford Mustang 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Mustang saves $101/yr vs Chevrolet Camaro 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Camaro saves $101/yr vs Dodge Daytona 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Daytona saves $193/yr vs Chrysler Laser/Daytona 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Laser/Daytona saves $193/yr vs Isuzu Impulse 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Impulse saves $101/yr vs Toyota Cressida 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Maxima saves $233/yr vs Chevrolet Camaro Hybrid 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Maxima saves $521/yr vs Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am/Formula Hybrid 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Maxima saves $521/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1984 Nissan Maxima?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 20 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1984 Nissan Maxima use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1984 Nissan Maxima?

The 1984 Nissan Maxima's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1984 Nissan Maxima per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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