1987 · Compact Car · Gas

1987 Sterling 825 MPG & fuel economy

The 1987 Sterling 825 is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG. Among 55 compact cars rated for 1987, it ranks 47th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1987 #47 of 55 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1987 Sterling 825's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1987 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Renault Alliance/Encore32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Ford Escort31 MPG $1,500
  3. 3Mercury Lynx31 MPG $1,500
  4. 4Ford Escort Diesel35 MPG $1,586
  5. 5Mercury Lynx Diesel35 MPG $1,586
  6. 47Sterling 82518 MPG $2,583
  7. 55Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1987 825Other compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

825 MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
825
Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
FWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
825
Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
91 cu ft
Cargo volume
12 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

1987 Sterling 825 vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Sterling 825?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1987 Sterling 825 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Sterling 825?

The 1987 Sterling 825's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1987 Sterling 825 per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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