1985 · Two-Seater · Gas

1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible is a two-seater with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway) on premium gasoline. Among 16 two-seaters rated for 1985, it ranks 12th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,292 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 15 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,292 15,000 mi/yr · $21.94 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #12 of 16 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1985 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda Civic43 MPG $1,081
  2. 2Toyota MR226 MPG $1,788
  3. 3Ford EXP26 MPG $1,788
  4. 4Pontiac Fiero25 MPG $1,860
  5. 5Bertone X1/922 MPG $2,114
  6. 12TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible18 MPG $3,292
  7. 16Ferrari 30811 MPG $4,227
1985 TVR 280i ConvertibleOther two-seatersClass median: $2,591/yr

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

1 EPA-rated configuration

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
TVR 280i Convertible
Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.8L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible?

Up to 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway).

What fuel does the 1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible?

The 1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i Convertible per year?

About $3,292 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $21.94 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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