Against 27 other Hybrid cars rated 1985–1987, the Chevette beats their 25.9 mpg average by 1.1 mpg, about $61 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1984, the 1.8L 4-cyl Hybrid (1984–1986), does 36 mpg and the thirstiest, the 1.6L 4-cyl Hybrid (1987), 27: $355 a year apart.
Every Chevrolet Chevette engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl Hybrid | 33 / 41.3 | 1984–1986 | $1,067 | |
| 1.6L 4-cyl Hybrid | 24 / 31 | 1987–1987 | $1,422 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1987) | $0.119 |
| Fuel per year | $1,422 |
| Fuel over five years | $7,110 |
| Against other Hybrid cars, 1985–1987 | −$61 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,188 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1987 Chevrolet Chevette gives up 7 mpg in town: 31 on the highway against 24 in the city, $361 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1987) | 24 mpg | $1,600 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 31 mpg | $1,239 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +7 mpg (29%) | Typical for its type |
How the Chevette changed over the years
The Chevette peaked in 1986 at 36 mpg (33 city, 41 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1987 at 27 — 9 mpg apart, or $355 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 1987 car does 27. The 1987 model loses 9 mpg against 36 for the 1986.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 24 / 31 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 1986 | 33 / 41 | 1 | $1,067 | |
| 1985 | 33 / 41 | 1 | $1,067 | |
| 1984 | 33 / 42 | 1 | $1,067 |
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How we count
This page rests on 4 EPA ratings of the Chevrolet Chevette — 2 engines across 1984–1987. 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 $2,188. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1987 Chevrolet Chevette get?
27 mpg combined, 24 city and 31 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1984 the Chevette has averaged 33.8 mpg.
Is the 1987 Chevette more efficient than the 1986?
No: 27 against 36 mpg combined, about $355 a year more to run.
Which Chevette year has the best gas mileage?
The 1986, at 36 mpg combined (33 city, 41 highway).
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