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1989 Subaru Justy MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Subaru Justy is a subcompact car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 31 MPG combined (29 city / 33 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 27 to 31 MPG. That's down 2 MPG from the 1988 model. Among 61 subcompact cars rated for 1989, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,500 a year to fuel.

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Combined 31 MPG 29 MPG city · 33 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,500 15,000 mi/yr · $10.00 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #11 of 61 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Subaru Justy's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 12.3 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2912.38.1
Highway3314.07.1
Combined3113.27.6

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. 11Subaru Justy31 MPG $1,500
  7. 61Aston Martin Saloon/Vantage/Volante9 MPG $5,167
1989 JustyOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,022/yr

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

Justy MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.2L 3-cyl · 5-speed manual
Justy
Gas 29 MPG 33 MPG 31 MPG — $1,500
FWD · 1.2L 3-cyl · CVT
Justy
Gas 28 MPG 31 MPG 30 MPG — $1,550
4WD/AWD · 1.2L 3-cyl · 5-speed manual
Justy 4WD
Gas 25 MPG 30 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.2L 3-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
80 cu ft
Cargo volume
9 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
287 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Subaru Justy?

Up to 31 MPG combined (29 city / 33 highway); ratings range from 27 to 31 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Subaru Justy use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Subaru Justy?

The 1989 Subaru Justy's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 12.3 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Subaru Justy per year?

About $1,500 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.00 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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