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1985 Plymouth Caravelle MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (19 city / 23 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG. Among 46 midsize cars rated for 1985, it ranks 15th 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 19 MPG city · 23 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, 1985 #15 of 46 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Plymouth Caravelle's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway239.810.2
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 1985 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Citation II25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Aries25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Plymouth Reliant25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Buick Century24 MPG $1,938
  5. 5Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera24 MPG $1,938
  6. 15Plymouth Caravelle21 MPG $2,214
  7. 46Maserati Quattroporte8 MPG $5,812
1985 CaravelleOther midsize carsClass median: $2,447/yr

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

Caravelle MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 19 MPG 23 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 20 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 18 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.2L 4-cyl
Transmission
3-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
97 cu ft
Cargo volume
17 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

1985 Plymouth Caravelle vs. rivals

vs Ford LTD 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Caravelle saves $111/yr vs Mercury Marquis 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Caravelle saves $111/yr vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Diesel 26 MPG · $2,135/yr Cutlass Ciera Diesel saves $80/yr vs Chevrolet Celebrity Diesel 26 MPG · $2,135/yr Celebrity Diesel saves $80/yr vs Pontiac 6000 Diesel 26 MPG · $2,135/yr 6000 Diesel saves $80/yr vs Buick Century Diesel 27 MPG · $2,056/yr Century Diesel saves $159/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Plymouth Caravelle?

Up to 21 MPG combined (19 city / 23 highway); ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Plymouth Caravelle use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Plymouth Caravelle?

The 1985 Plymouth Caravelle's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Plymouth Caravelle 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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