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1991 Ford Explorer MPG & fuel economy

The 1991 Ford Explorer is a special purpose vehicle offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG. Among 45 special purpose vehicles rated for 1991, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1991 #14 of 45 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1991 Ford Explorer's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway218.911.2
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1991 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Subaru Loyale25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Geo Tracker23 MPG $2,022
  4. 4Suzuki Sidekick23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Nissan Axxess21 MPG $2,214
  6. 14Ford Explorer18 MPG $2,583
  7. 45Land Rover Range Rover13 MPG $4,558
1991 ExplorerOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Explorer MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Explorer 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Explorer 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Explorer 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Explorer 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

1991 Ford Explorer vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Blazer 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Lumina/APV Minivan 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Chrysler Town and Country 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Cherokee 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Jimmy 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Isuzu Amigo 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Trans Sport/Montana 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Oldsmobile Silhouette 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota 4Runner 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1991 Ford Explorer?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1991 Ford Explorer use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1991 Ford Explorer?

The 1991 Ford Explorer's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1991 Ford Explorer per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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