1989 · Compact Car · Gas
1989 Plymouth Horizon MPG & fuel economy
The 1989 Plymouth Horizon is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 26 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1988 model. Among 42 compact cars rated for 1989, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,788 a year to fuel.
What will it cost you?
Your mileage and prices are saved and used across the site.
Fuel average
The 1989 Plymouth Horizon's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 23 | 9.8 | 10.2 |
| Highway | 32 | 13.6 | 7.4 |
| Combined | 26 | 11.1 | 9.0 |
How it ranks among 1989 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Horizon MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Horizon |
Gas | 23 MPG | 32 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic Horizon |
Gas | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 85 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 16 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 342 g/mi
1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. rivals
Compare the 1989 Horizon
With any other car from any year, including other Horizon model years. Type a year to jump, e.g. "2015 Accord".
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Plymouth Horizon?
Up to 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 24 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1989 Plymouth Horizon use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Plymouth Horizon?
The 1989 Plymouth Horizon's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Plymouth Horizon per year?
About $1,788 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.