Against 237 other 4-cyl cars rated 1994–1996, the Beretta sits right on their 24.3 mpg average. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1987, the 2L 4-cyl (1987–1989), does 25 mpg and the thirstiest, the 2.8L 6-cyl (1987–1989), 20: $384 a year apart.
Every Chevrolet Beretta engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl | 21.7 / 31.3 | 1987–1989 | $1,536 | |
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 21.6 / 31.1 | 1990–1996 | $1,536 | |
| 3.1L 6-cyl | 18 / 26.1 | 1990–1996 | $1,855 | |
| 2.8L 6-cyl | 18 / 24.3 | 1987–1989 | $1,920 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1996) | $0.136 |
| Fuel per year | $1,634 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,170 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 1994–1996 | +$54 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,763 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1996 Chevrolet Beretta gives up 10 mpg in town: 30 on the highway against 20 in the city, $640 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1996) | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 30 mpg | $1,280 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +10 mpg (50%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Beretta changed over the years
The Beretta peaked in 1996 at 23.5 mpg (20 city, 30 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1991 at 22 — 1.5 mpg apart, or $111 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 20 / 30 | 2 | $1,634 | |
| 1995 | 19.5 / 30 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 1994 | 20 / 29 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 1993 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 1992 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 1991 | 19.5 / 26.5 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 1990 | 19.5 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 1989 | 19.5 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 1988 | 20 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 1987 | 20 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,707 |
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How we count
This page rests on 20 EPA ratings of the Chevrolet Beretta — 4 engines across 1987–1996. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $2,763. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1996 Chevrolet Beretta get?
23.5 mpg combined, 20 city and 30 highway, per EPA; its 2 versions that year range from 21 to 26. Across every year since 1987 the Beretta has averaged 22.8 mpg.
Is the 1996 Beretta more efficient than the 1995?
About the same: 23.5 against 23 mpg combined.
Which Beretta year has the best gas mileage?
The 1996, at 23.5 mpg combined (20 city, 30 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
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