1985 · Midsize Car · Diesel

1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel is a midsize car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (23 city / 31 highway) on diesel. That's up 1 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 46 midsize cars rated for 1985, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $2,135 a year to fuel.

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Combined 26 MPG 23 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,135 15,000 mi/yr · $14.23 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #14 of 46 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel'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 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City239.810.2
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2611.19.0

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. 14Pontiac 6000 Diesel26 MPG $2,135
  7. 46Maserati Quattroporte8 MPG $5,812
1985 6000 DieselOther midsize carsClass median: $2,447/yr

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

6000 Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
6000
Diesel 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $2,135
FWD · 4.3L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
6000
Diesel 23 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $2,135

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
4.3L 6-cyl
Transmission
3-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
98 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
392 g/mi

1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel?

Up to 26 MPG combined (23 city / 31 highway).

What fuel does the 1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel?

The 1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel'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 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Pontiac 6000 Diesel per year?

About $2,135 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $14.23 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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