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1985 Ford Bronco MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Ford Bronco is a special purpose vehicle offered in 10 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (15 city / 20 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 11 to 16 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 38 special purpose vehicles rated for 1985, it ranks 22nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,906 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 15 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,906 15,000 mi/yr · $19.38 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1985 #22 of 38 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Ford Bronco's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway208.511.8
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 1985 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Subaru Wagon26 MPG $1,788
  2. 2Grumman Olson Kubvan31 MPG $1,790
  3. 3Subaru Brat25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Dodge Caravan/Ram Van23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Chevrolet Blazer22 MPG $2,114
  6. 22Ford Bronco16 MPG $2,906
  7. 38Dodge D250 Cab Chassis10 MPG $4,650
1985 BroncoOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Bronco MPG across model years

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10 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 17 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 12 MPG 16 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 13 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 12 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 14 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 15 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577
4WD/AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 13 MPG 12 MPG — $3,875
4WD/AWD · 4.9L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 13 MPG 12 MPG — $3,875
4WD/AWD · 5.8L 8-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Bronco 4WD		 Gas 10 MPG 12 MPG 11 MPG — $4,227

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.9L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

1985 Ford Bronco vs. rivals

vs AM General Post Office DJ5 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Suburban Diesel 18 MPG · $3,083/yr Bronco saves $177/yr vs GMC Suburban Diesel 18 MPG · $3,083/yr Bronco saves $177/yr vs E. P. Dutton, Inc. Funeral Coach 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Funeral Coach saves $171/yr vs Mitsubishi Montero 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Montero saves $171/yr vs American Motors Corporation Eagle 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Eagle saves $171/yr vs Toyota Cab Chassis 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Bronco saves $194/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Ford Bronco?

Up to 16 MPG combined (15 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 11 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Ford Bronco use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Ford Bronco?

The 1985 Ford Bronco's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Ford Bronco per year?

About $2,906 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $19.38 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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