1989 · Compact Car · Gas
1989 Sterling 827 MPG & fuel economy
The 1989 Sterling 827 is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway) on regular gasoline. That's down 1 MPG from the 1988 model. Among 42 compact cars rated for 1989, it ranks 36th 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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Fuel average
The 1989 Sterling 827'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 8.5 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 16 | 6.8 | 14.7 |
| Highway | 20 | 8.5 | 11.8 |
| Combined | 18 | 7.7 | 13.1 |
How it ranks among 1989 Compact Cars
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827 MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic 827 |
Gas | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| FWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual 827 |
Gas | 17 MPG | 21 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.7L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 91 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 12 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 494 g/mi
1989 Sterling 827 vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Sterling 827?
Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway).
What fuel does the 1989 Sterling 827 use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Sterling 827?
The 1989 Sterling 827'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 8.5 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Sterling 827 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.