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1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale MPG & fuel economy
The 1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale is a large car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG. That's up 2 MPG from the 1985 model. Among 15 large cars rated for 1986, it ranks 4th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Highway | 27 | 11.5 | 8.7 |
| Combined | 20 | 8.5 | 11.8 |
How it ranks among 1986 Large Cars
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Delta 88 Royale MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic Delta 88 Royale |
Gas | 17 MPG | 27 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic Delta 88 Royale |
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
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 107 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 16 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 444 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale?
Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale?
The 1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale per year?
About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.