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1989 Nissan Pathfinder MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Nissan Pathfinder is a special purpose vehicle offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (15 city / 18 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1988 model. Among 39 special purpose vehicles rated for 1989, it ranks 20th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,906 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 15 MPG city · 18 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,906 15,000 mi/yr · $19.38 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #20 of 39 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Nissan Pathfinder's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway187.713.1
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 1989 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Geo Tracker25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Suzuki Sidekick25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager21 MPG $2,214
  5. 5Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van21 MPG $2,214
  6. 20Nissan Pathfinder16 MPG $2,906
  7. 39Land Rover Range Rover12 MPG $4,938
1989 PathfinderOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,906/yr

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

Pathfinder MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Pathfinder 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 18 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Pathfinder 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 16 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Pathfinder 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Pathfinder 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Pathfinder 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 15 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

1989 Nissan Pathfinder vs. rivals

vs Mitsubishi Montero 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Raider 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Wagoneer 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chrysler Town and Country 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Town and Country saves $171/yr vs Jeep Wrangler 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Wrangler saves $171/yr vs Chevrolet S10 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr S10 Cab Chassis saves $171/yr vs Ford Bronco 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Pathfinder saves $194/yr vs Isuzu Trooper 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Pathfinder saves $194/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Nissan Pathfinder?

Up to 16 MPG combined (15 city / 18 highway); ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Nissan Pathfinder use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 1989 Nissan Pathfinder's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Nissan Pathfinder per year?

About $2,906 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $19.38 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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