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1985 Dodge Aries MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Dodge Aries is a midsize car offered in 14 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 25 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1984 model. Among 46 midsize cars 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 21 MPG city · 31 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 46 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Dodge Aries's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 1985 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Citation II25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Aries25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Plymouth Reliant25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Buick Century24 MPG $1,938
  5. 5Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera24 MPG $1,938
  6. 46Maserati Quattroporte8 MPG $5,812
1985 AriesOther midsize carsClass median: $2,447/yr

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

Aries MPG across model years

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14 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Aries		 Gas 21 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Aries		 Gas 22 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Aries		 Gas 23 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Aries		 Gas 22 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual
Aries		 Gas 22 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries		 Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries		 Gas 21 MPG 24 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries Wagon		 Gas 19 MPG 23 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries Wagon		 Gas 20 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries Wagon		 Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries		 Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Aries		 Gas 18 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.2L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
95 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

1985 Dodge Aries vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Citation II 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Plymouth Reliant 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Century 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Aries saves $78/yr vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Aries saves $78/yr vs Chrysler LeBaron 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Aries saves $78/yr vs Chevrolet Celebrity 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Aries saves $78/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Dodge Aries?

Up to 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 19 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Dodge Aries use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Dodge Aries?

The 1985 Dodge Aries's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Dodge Aries 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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