1984 · Compact Car · Diesel

1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 39 MPG combined (35 city / 47 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 34 to 39 MPG. Among 45 compact cars rated for 1984, it ranks 2nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $1,423 a year to fuel.

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Combined 39 MPG 35 MPG city · 47 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,423 15,000 mi/yr · $9.49 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1984 #2 of 45 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel's fuel average is 16.6 km/L (6.0 L/100 km), or 39 MPG combined: 14.9 km/L in the city and 20.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City3514.96.7
Highway4720.05.0
Combined3916.66.0

How it ranks among 1984 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Ford Escort Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  2. 2Mercury Lynx Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  3. 3Ford Escort32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Mercury Lynx32 MPG $1,453
  5. 5Renault Alliance/Encore32 MPG $1,453
  6. 45Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1984 Lynx DieselOther compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

Lynx Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
— · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Lynx
Diesel 35 MPG 47 MPG 39 MPG — $1,423
— · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Lynx
Diesel 31 MPG 39 MPG 34 MPG — $1,632

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
—
Passenger volume
85 cu ft
Cargo volume
17 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
261 g/mi

1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 1984 Mercury Lynx (32 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel?

Up to 39 MPG combined (35 city / 47 highway); ratings range from 34 to 39 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel?

The 1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel's fuel average is 16.6 km/L (6.0 L/100 km), or 39 MPG combined: 14.9 km/L in the city and 20.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1984 Mercury Lynx Diesel per year?

About $1,423 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $9.49 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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