Jeep · 1985–1986 · Gas
Jeep Scrambler MPG by year
The EPA has rated 2 model years of the Jeep Scrambler, from 1985 to 1986. The most fuel-efficient year is the 1985, at 18 MPG combined in its best configuration. The best 1986 model is 6% less efficient than the best 1985 model (17 vs. 18 MPG). The 1986 model is 29% less efficient than the median small pickup that year (17 vs. 24 MPG).
Combined MPG by model year
- Scrambler, 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 Scrambler model year
| Year | Type | Best combined | City / Hwy | Class median | Range | Configs | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Gas | 17 MPG lowest 15 |
15 / 20 | 24 | — | 3 | $2,735 |
| 1985 | Gas | 18 MPG lowest 15 |
17 / 19 | 25.5 | — | 9 | $2,583 |
Fuel cost uses today's default prices for every year so model years compare like for like. Sort any column.
Compare Scrambler model years
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jeep Scrambler year has the best fuel economy?
The 1985 Jeep Scrambler, rated up to 18 MPG combined. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, that works out to about $2,583 a year.
Which Jeep Scrambler year has the worst fuel economy?
The 1986 model, whose most efficient version is rated 17 MPG combined (about $2,735 a year to fuel).
What is the fuel economy of the latest Jeep Scrambler?
The 1986 Jeep Scrambler is rated up to 17 MPG combined.