1986 · Compact Car · Diesel

1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (24 city / 30 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 26 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1985 model. Among 49 compact cars rated for 1986, it ranks 30th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $2,135 a year to fuel.

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Combined 26 MPG 24 MPG city · 30 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,135 15,000 mi/yr · $14.23 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1986 #30 of 49 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2410.29.8
Highway3012.87.8
Combined2611.19.0

How it ranks among 1986 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Renault Alliance/Encore33 MPG $1,409
  2. 2Ford Escort Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  3. 3Dodge Omni30 MPG $1,550
  4. 4Plymouth Horizon30 MPG $1,550
  5. 5Volkswagen Golf/GTI Diesel35 MPG $1,586
  6. 30Peugeot 505 Diesel26 MPG $2,135
  7. 49Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1986 505 DieselOther compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

505 Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
505 Sedan
Diesel 24 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $2,135
RWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic
505 Sedan
Diesel 21 MPG 24 MPG 22 MPG — $2,523

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
90 cu ft
Cargo volume
11 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
392 g/mi

1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel?

Up to 26 MPG combined (24 city / 30 highway); ratings range from 22 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel?

The 1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1986 Peugeot 505 Diesel per year?

About $2,135 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $14.23 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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