1988 · Compact Car · Gas
1988 Mercury Tracer MPG & fuel economy
The 1988 Mercury Tracer is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 27 MPG. Among 47 compact cars rated for 1988, it ranks 4th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,722 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1988 Mercury Tracer's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 24 | 10.2 | 9.8 |
| Highway | 32 | 13.6 | 7.4 |
| Combined | 27 | 11.5 | 8.7 |
How it ranks among 1988 Compact Cars
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Tracer MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Tracer |
Gas | 24 MPG | 32 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
| FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic Tracer |
Gas | 22 MPG | 26 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.6L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 87 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 329 g/mi
1988 Mercury Tracer vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1988 Mercury Tracer?
Up to 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 24 to 27 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1988 Mercury Tracer use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1988 Mercury Tracer?
The 1988 Mercury Tracer's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1988 Mercury Tracer per year?
About $1,722 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.