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1986 Saab 900 MPG & fuel economy

The 1986 Saab 900 is a compact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1985 model. Among 49 compact cars rated for 1986, it ranks 31st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 19 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1986 #31 of 49 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1986 Saab 900's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2611.19.0
Combined218.911.2

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. 31Saab 90021 MPG $2,214
  7. 49Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1986 900Other compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

900 MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
900
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
900
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
900
Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 3-speed automatic
900
Gas 16 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic
900
Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
110 cu ft
Cargo volume
22 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1986 Saab 900?

Up to 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1986 Saab 900 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1986 Saab 900?

The 1986 Saab 900's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1986 Saab 900 per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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