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1987 Jeep Wrangler MPG & fuel economy

The 1987 Jeep Wrangler is a special purpose vehicle offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 17 MPG combined (16 city / 19 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 15 to 17 MPG. Among 33 special purpose vehicles rated for 1987, it ranks 12th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,735 a year to fuel.

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Combined 17 MPG 16 MPG city · 19 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,735 15,000 mi/yr · $18.24 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1987 #12 of 33 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1987 Jeep Wrangler's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway198.112.4
Combined177.213.8

How it ranks among 1987 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van22 MPG $2,114
  3. 3Chevrolet Blazer21 MPG $2,214
  4. 4Jeep Cherokee21 MPG $2,214
  5. 5GMC Jimmy21 MPG $2,214
  6. 12Jeep Wrangler17 MPG $2,735
  7. 33Dodge D250 Cab Chassis10 MPG $4,650
1987 WranglerOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,906/yr

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

Wrangler MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Wrangler 4WD		 Gas 16 MPG 19 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.2L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Wrangler 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.2L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic
Wrangler 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
523 g/mi

1987 Jeep Wrangler vs. rivals

vs Isuzu Trooper 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs American Motors Corporation Eagle 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet S10 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC S15 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Pathfinder 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Wrangler saves $171/yr vs Mitsubishi Montero 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Wrangler saves $171/yr vs Dodge Raider 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Wrangler saves $171/yr vs Isuzu Trooper Diesel 22 MPG · $2,523/yr Trooper Diesel saves $213/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Jeep Wrangler?

Up to 17 MPG combined (16 city / 19 highway); ratings range from 15 to 17 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1987 Jeep Wrangler use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Jeep Wrangler?

The 1987 Jeep Wrangler's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1987 Jeep Wrangler per year?

About $2,735 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $18.24 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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