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1985 Dodge Daytona MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Dodge Daytona is a subcompact car offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 24 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 63 subcompact cars rated for 1985, it ranks 31st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 21 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,938 15,000 mi/yr · $12.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #31 of 63 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Dodge Daytona's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 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
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 1985 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Chevrolet Sprint42 MPG $1,107
  2. 2Pontiac Firefly42 MPG $1,107
  3. 3Suzuki SA 31042 MPG $1,107
  4. 4Isuzu 750C/I-Mark35 MPG $1,329
  5. 5Chevrolet Spectrum35 MPG $1,329
  6. 31Dodge Daytona24 MPG $1,938
  7. 63Aston Martin Saloon/Vantage/Volante8 MPG $5,812
1985 DaytonaOther subcompact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

Daytona MPG across model years

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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Daytona		 Gas 21 MPG 31 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Daytona		 Gas 20 MPG 31 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Daytona		 Gas 20 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Daytona		 Gas 19 MPG 23 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Daytona		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
Daytona		 Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
FWD · 2.2L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
Daytona		 Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

1985 Dodge Daytona vs. rivals

vs Chrysler Laser 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru RX Turbo 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am/Formula 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Capri 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Daytona saves $84/yr vs Renault Fuego 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Daytona saves $84/yr vs Mitsubishi Tredia 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Tredia saves $78/yr vs Chevrolet Camaro 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Daytona saves $84/yr vs Ford Mustang 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Daytona saves $84/yr vs Honda Accord 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Accord saves $149/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Dodge Daytona?

Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 19 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Dodge Daytona use?

Regular gasoline.

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

The 1985 Dodge Daytona's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 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 Daytona per year?

About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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