Against 86 other 4-cyl cars rated 1982–1984, the E-CLASS trails their 25.6 mpg average by 3.6 mpg, about $245 a year.
Every Chrysler E-CLASS engine, compared
The Chrysler E-CLASS was rated in a single specification, so its gas mileage does not vary by version — only by model year. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 20 / 25 | 1984–1984 | $1,745 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1984) | $0.145 |
| Fuel per year | $1,745 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,725 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 1982–1984 | +$245 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,850 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1984 Chrysler E-CLASS gives up 5 mpg in town: 25 on the highway against 20 in the city, $384 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1984) | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 25 mpg | $1,536 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +5 mpg (25%) | Typical for its type |
How the E-CLASS changed over the years
Combined figure across the 1 model year the E-CLASS was rated in, all of them at 22 mpg.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 20 / 25 | 1 | $1,745 |
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How we count
This page rests on 1 EPA ratings of the Chrysler E-CLASS — 1 engine across 1984–1984. 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 $2,850. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1984 Chrysler E-CLASS get?
22 mpg combined, 20 city and 25 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1984 the E-CLASS has averaged 22 mpg.
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