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1989 Plymouth Caravelle MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Plymouth Caravelle is a midsize car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 23 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1988 model. Among 44 midsize cars rated for 1989, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,022 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 21 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,022 15,000 mi/yr · $13.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #14 of 44 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Plymouth Caravelle's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2611.19.0
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 1989 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Corsica25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Aries25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Dodge Lancer25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Plymouth Reliant25 MPG $1,860
  5. 5Dodge Spirit24 MPG $1,938
  6. 14Plymouth Caravelle23 MPG $2,022
  7. 44Rolls-Royce Brooklands/Turbo R10 MPG $5,925
1989 CaravelleOther midsize carsClass median: $2,270/yr

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

Caravelle MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
Caravelle		 Gas 17 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
99 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

1989 Plymouth Caravelle vs. rivals

vs Buick Century 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Celebrity 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge 600 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Dynasty 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Caravelle saves $92/yr vs Eagle Medallion 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Medallion saves $84/yr vs Mazda 626/MX-6 24 MPG · $1,938/yr 626/MX-6 saves $84/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Plymouth Caravelle?

Up to 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 19 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Plymouth Caravelle use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Plymouth Caravelle?

The 1989 Plymouth Caravelle's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Plymouth Caravelle per year?

About $2,022 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $13.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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