Ford · 1984–1986 · Diesel
Ford Tempo Diesel MPG by year
The EPA has rated 3 model years of the Ford Tempo Diesel, from 1984 to 1986. The most fuel-efficient year is the 1986, at 34 MPG combined in its best configuration. The 1986 model is 36% more efficient than the median compact car that year (34 vs. 25 MPG).
Combined MPG by model year
- Tempo Diesel, most efficient version
- Range across configurations
- Class median
Shaded band: range across that year's configurations. Class median: same-year models in the same class, rated in MPG. Click a point to open that model year; the table below lists every value.
Every Tempo Diesel model year
| Year | Type | Best combined | City / Hwy | Class median | Range | Configs | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Diesel | 34 MPG | 31 / 39 | 25 | — | 1 | $1,632 |
| 1985 | Diesel | 34 MPG | 31 / 39 | 25 | — | 1 | $1,632 |
| 1984 | Diesel | 34 MPG | 31 / 39 | 24 | — | 1 | $1,632 |
Fuel cost uses today's default prices for every year so model years compare like for like. Sort any column.
Compare Tempo Diesel model years
See how much a newer Tempo Diesel would save over an older one.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Tempo Diesel year has the best fuel economy?
The 1986 Ford Tempo Diesel, rated up to 34 MPG combined. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, that works out to about $1,632 a year.
What is the fuel economy of the latest Ford Tempo Diesel?
The 1986 Ford Tempo Diesel is rated up to 34 MPG combined.