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1989 Porsche 911 MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Porsche 911 is a subcompact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 19 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1988 model. Among 61 subcompact cars rated for 1989, it ranks 48th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,118 a year to fuel.

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Combined 19 MPG 16 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,118 15,000 mi/yr · $20.79 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #48 of 61 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Porsche 911's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 1989 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Geo Metro47 MPG $989
  2. 2Chevrolet Sprint41 MPG $1,134
  3. 3Pontiac Firefly41 MPG $1,134
  4. 4Suzuki Swift41 MPG $1,134
  5. 5Ford Festiva35 MPG $1,329
  6. 48Porsche 91119 MPG $3,118
  7. 61Aston Martin Saloon/Vantage/Volante9 MPG $5,167
1989 911Other subcompact carsClass median: $2,022/yr

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

911 MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
911 Carrera		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
911 Carrera		 Gas 14 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
4WD/AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
911 Carrera 4		 Gas 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
RWD · 3.3L 6-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
911 Turbo		 Gas 13 MPG 19 MPG 15 MPG — $3,950
RWD · 3.3L 6-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
911 Carrera		 Gas 11 MPG 18 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.2L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
56 cu ft
Cargo volume
4 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
468 g/mi

1989 Porsche 911 vs. rivals

vs Maserati 225 15 MPG · $3,950/yr 911 saves $832/yr vs Maserati 222E 15 MPG · $3,950/yr 911 saves $832/yr vs Porsche 944 20 MPG · $2,962/yr 944 saves $156/yr vs Maserati 430 15 MPG · $3,950/yr 911 saves $832/yr vs BMW M 18 MPG · $3,292/yr 911 saves $173/yr vs BMW 3 Series 18 MPG · $2,583/yr 3 Series saves $535/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Porsche 911?

Up to 19 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 14 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Porsche 911 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Porsche 911?

The 1989 Porsche 911's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Porsche 911 per year?

About $3,118 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $20.79 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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