1986 · Midsize Car · Diesel

1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel is a midsize car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (22 city / 27 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 24 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1985 model. Among 37 midsize cars rated for 1986, it ranks 12th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $2,312 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 22 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,312 15,000 mi/yr · $15.42 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1986 #12 of 37 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway2711.58.7
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 1986 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Dodge Aries26 MPG $1,788
  2. 2Dodge Lancer26 MPG $1,788
  3. 3Plymouth Reliant26 MPG $1,788
  4. 4Chevrolet Celebrity24 MPG $1,938
  5. 5Buick Century23 MPG $2,022
  6. 12Volvo 740/760 Diesel24 MPG $2,312
  7. 37Maserati Quattroporte8 MPG $5,812
1986 740/760 DieselOther midsize carsClass median: $2,447/yr

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

740/760 Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.4L 6-cyl turbo · 4-speed manual
740/760
Diesel 22 MPG 27 MPG 24 MPG — $2,312
RWD · 2.4L 6-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic
740/760
Diesel 21 MPG 24 MPG 23 MPG — $2,413

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
2.4L 6-cyl turbo
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
94 cu ft
Cargo volume
17 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
424 g/mi

1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 1986 Volvo 740/760 (22 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel?

Up to 24 MPG combined (22 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 23 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel?

The 1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1986 Volvo 740/760 Diesel per year?

About $2,312 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $15.42 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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