1984 · Compact Car · Diesel

1984 Volvo 240 Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (23 city / 31 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 26 MPG. Among 45 compact cars rated for 1984, it ranks 26th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $2,135 a year to fuel.

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Combined 26 MPG 23 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,135 15,000 mi/yr · $14.23 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1984 #26 of 45 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City239.810.2
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2611.19.0

How it ranks among 1984 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Ford Escort Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  2. 2Mercury Lynx Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  3. 3Ford Escort32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Mercury Lynx32 MPG $1,453
  5. 5Renault Alliance/Encore32 MPG $1,453
  6. 26Volvo 240 Diesel26 MPG $2,135
  7. 45Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1984 240 DieselOther compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
— · 2.4L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
240 DL/GL/Turbo
Diesel 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $2,135
— · 2.4L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
240 DL/GL/Turbo
Diesel 22 MPG 26 MPG 24 MPG — $2,312

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
2.4L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
—
Passenger volume
89 cu ft
Cargo volume
14 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
392 g/mi

1984 Volvo 240 Diesel vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel?

Up to 26 MPG combined (23 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 24 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel?

The 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel per year?

About $2,135 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $14.23 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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