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1985 Volkswagen Quantum MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Volkswagen Quantum is a wagon offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 25 MPG. That's up 6 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 15 wagons rated for 1985, it ranks 2nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 22 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #2 of 15 Wagons by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Volkswagen Quantum's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 1985 Wagons

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  1. 1Toyota Tercel32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Volkswagen Quantum25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Renault 18i/Wagon/Sportwagon23 MPG $2,022
  4. 4Buick Century Wagon22 MPG $2,114
  5. 5Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser22 MPG $2,114
  6. 15Chevrolet Caprice Hybrid16 MPG $2,906
1985 QuantumOther wagonsClass median: $2,135/yr

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

Quantum MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Quantum Wagon		 Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Quantum Wagon		 Gas 19 MPG 23 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual
Quantum		 Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 2.2L 5-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Quantum		 Gas 16 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD/AWD · 2.2L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual
Quantum Syncro Wagon		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.8L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
91 cu ft
Cargo volume
38 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

1985 Volkswagen Quantum vs. rivals

vs Mitsubishi Space Wagon 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Quantum saves $254/yr vs Renault 18i/Wagon/Sportwagon 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Quantum saves $162/yr vs Buick Century Wagon 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Quantum saves $254/yr vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Quantum saves $254/yr vs Buick Century Wagon Diesel 26 MPG · $2,135/yr Quantum saves $275/yr vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Diesel 26 MPG · $2,135/yr Quantum saves $275/yr vs Chrysler Town and Country 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Quantum saves $587/yr vs Toyota Tercel 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Tercel saves $407/yr vs Volkswagen Quantum Diesel 31 MPG · $1,790/yr Quantum Diesel saves $70/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 1985 Volkswagen Quantum Diesel (31 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Volkswagen Quantum?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 17 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Volkswagen Quantum use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Volkswagen Quantum?

The 1985 Volkswagen Quantum's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Volkswagen Quantum per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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