1985 · Wagon · Gas
1985 Toyota Tercel MPG & fuel economy
The 1985 Toyota Tercel is a wagon offered in 10 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 32 MPG combined (30 city / 35 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 32 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1984 model. Among 15 wagons rated for 1985, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,453 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1985 Toyota Tercel's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
| Highway | 35 | 14.9 | 6.7 |
| Combined | 32 | 13.6 | 7.4 |
How it ranks among 1985 Wagons
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Tercel MPG across model years
Full history →10 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual Tercel |
Gas | 30 MPG | 35 MPG | 32 MPG | — | $1,453 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Tercel |
Gas | 26 MPG | 34 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Tercel Wagon 2WD |
Gas | 26 MPG | 35 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Tercel Wagon 2WD |
Gas | 26 MPG | 33 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic Tercel |
Gas | 26 MPG | 29 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic Tercel Wagon 2WD |
Gas | 25 MPG | 28 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic Tercel Wagon 2WD |
Gas | 25 MPG | 29 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| 4WD/AWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Tercel Wagon 4WD |
Gas | 23 MPG | 29 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| 4WD/AWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic Tercel Wagon 4WD |
Gas | 22 MPG | 24 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
| 4WD/AWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic Tercel Wagon 4WD |
Gas | 21 MPG | 23 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $2,114 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 84 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 278 g/mi
1985 Toyota Tercel vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Toyota Tercel?
Up to 32 MPG combined (30 city / 35 highway); ratings range from 22 to 32 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1985 Toyota Tercel use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Toyota Tercel?
The 1985 Toyota Tercel's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Toyota Tercel per year?
About $1,453 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $9.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.