Against 303 other V6 cars rated 1993–1995, the LeBaron beats their 18.7 mpg average by 2.3 mpg, about $224 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1984, the 2.2L 4-cyl (1984–1989), does 24.8 mpg and the thirstiest, the 3L 6-cyl (1990–1995), 20.7: $307 a year apart.
Every Chrysler LeBaron engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 21.3 / 30.7 | 1984–1989 | $1,548 | |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 19.8 / 25.2 | 1990–1994 | $1,745 | |
| 3L 6-cyl | 17.8 / 25.3 | 1990–1995 | $1,855 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Buick Riviera gets 20.5 mpg, the Dodge Avenger 21.8 mpg and the Buick Century 21.8 mpg, next to 21 mpg for the 1995 LeBaron.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1995) | $0.152 |
| Fuel per year | $1,829 |
| Fuel over five years | $9,145 |
| Against other V6 cars, 1993–1995 | −$224 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,782 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1995 Chrysler LeBaron gives up 8 mpg in town: 26 on the highway against 18 in the city, $656 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1995) | 18 mpg | $2,133 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 26 mpg | $1,477 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +8 mpg (44%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the LeBaron changed over the years
The LeBaron peaked in 1986 at 26 mpg (22 city, 32 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1990 at 20.5 — 5.5 mpg apart, or $396 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 1995 car does 21. The biggest single-year change came in 1990: 25 to 20.5 mpg.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 18 / 26 | 1 | $1,829 | |
| 1994 | 18.5 / 24.5 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1993 | 19.5 / 26 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 1992 | 19 / 25.5 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1991 | 19 / 25 | 2 | $1,829 | |
| 1990 | 18 / 25 | 2 | $1,873 | |
| 1989 | 21 / 31 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 1988 | 22 / 31 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 1987 | 21 / 29 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 1986 | 22 / 32 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 1985 | 21 / 30 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 1984 | 21 / 31 | 1 | $1,536 |
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How we count
This page rests on 17 EPA ratings of the Chrysler LeBaron — 3 engines across 1984–1995. 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 $2,782. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1995 Chrysler LeBaron get?
21 mpg combined, 18 city and 26 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1984 the LeBaron has averaged 22.5 mpg.
Is the 1995 LeBaron more efficient than the 1994?
About the same: 21 against 21.5 mpg combined.
Which LeBaron year has the best gas mileage?
The 1986, at 26 mpg combined (22 city, 32 highway).
Does the LeBaron get better gas mileage than the Buick Riviera?
About the same: 21 mpg for the 1995 LeBaron against 20.5 for the 1996 Buick Riviera.
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