1989 · Compact Car · Gas
1989 Volvo 780 MPG & fuel economy
The 1989 Volvo 780 is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (17 city / 21 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG. That's up 2 MPG from the 1988 model. Among 42 compact cars rated for 1989, it ranks 35th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1989 Volvo 780's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Highway | 21 | 8.9 | 11.2 |
| Combined | 18 | 7.7 | 13.1 |
How it ranks among 1989 Compact Cars
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780 MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic 780 |
Gas | 17 MPG | 21 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic 780 |
Gas | 15 MPG | 19 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $2,735 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.3L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Passenger volume
- 90 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 494 g/mi
1989 Volvo 780 vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Volvo 780?
Up to 18 MPG combined (17 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1989 Volvo 780 use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Volvo 780?
The 1989 Volvo 780's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Volvo 780 per year?
About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.