Against 312 other V6 cars rated 1994–1996, the Corsica beats their 18.7 mpg average by 3.8 mpg, about $346 a year. 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 Corsica 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 | 21.5 / 29.7 | 1990–1996 | $1,567 | |
| 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) | $0.142 |
| Fuel per year | $1,707 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,535 |
| Against other V6 cars, 1994–1996 | −$346 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,792 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1996 Chevrolet Corsica gives up 8.5 mpg in town: 28 on the highway against 19.5 in the city, $598 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1996) | 19.5 mpg | $1,969 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 28 mpg | $1,371 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +8.5 mpg (44%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Corsica changed over the years
The Corsica peaked in 1993 at 23 mpg (20 city, 28.5 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1995 at 21 — 2 mpg apart, or $159 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 1996 car does 22.5.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 19.5 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 1995 | 18 / 27 | 1 | $1,829 | |
| 1994 | 20 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 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 19 EPA ratings of the Chevrolet Corsica — 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 $2,792. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1996 Chevrolet Corsica get?
22.5 mpg combined, 19.5 city and 28 highway, per EPA; its 2 versions that year range from 21 to 24. Across every year since 1987 the Corsica has averaged 22.5 mpg.
Is the 1996 Corsica more efficient than the 1995?
Yes: 22.5 against 21 mpg combined, about $122 a year less to run.
Which Corsica year has the best gas mileage?
The 1993, at 23 mpg combined (20 city, 28.5 highway).
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