Against 373 other 4-cyl cars rated 2012–2014, the Avenger trails their 27.1 mpg average by 4.1 mpg, about $253 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1995, the 2.4L 4-cyl (2008–2014), does 23.9 mpg and the thirstiest, the 2.5L 6-cyl (1995–2000), 20.2: $294 a year apart.
Every Dodge Avenger engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 21 / 29.3 | 2008–2014 | $1,607 | |
| 2L 4-cyl | 19 / 29.2 | 1995–1999 | $1,670 | |
| 2.7L 6-cyl | 19 / 27 | 2008–2010 | $1,745 | |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | 19 / 28 | 2011–2014 | $1,745 | |
| 2.5L 6-cyl | 17.5 / 25.2 | 1995–2000 | $1,901 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Acura TL gets 23 mpg, the Ford Fusion 36 mpg and the Nissan Maxima 22 mpg, next to 23 mpg for the 2014 Avenger.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2014) | $0.139 |
| Fuel per year | $1,670 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,350 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 2012–2014 | +$253 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,808 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2014 Dodge Avenger gives up 8.5 mpg in town: 28.5 on the highway against 20 in the city, $573 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2014) | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 28.5 mpg | $1,347 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +8.5 mpg (43%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Avenger changed over the years
The Avenger peaked in 2014 at 23 mpg (20 city, 28.5 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2000 at 20 — 3 mpg apart, or $250 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2013 | 20 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 2012 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2011 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2010 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2009 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2008 | 20 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2000 | 17 / 25 | 1 | $1,920 | |
| 1999 | 18 / 27 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1998 | 18 / 27 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1997 | 18.5 / 27 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1996 | 18.5 / 27 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1995 | 18.5 / 28 | 2 | $1,745 |
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How we count
This page rests on 25 EPA ratings of the Dodge Avenger — 5 engines across 1995–2014. 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 $2,808. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2014 Dodge Avenger get?
23 mpg combined, 20 city and 28.5 highway, per EPA; its 2 versions that year range from 22 to 24. Across every year since 1995 the Avenger has averaged 22.3 mpg.
Is the 2014 Avenger more efficient than the 2013?
About the same: 23 against 22.5 mpg combined.
Which Avenger year has the best gas mileage?
The 2014, at 23 mpg combined (20 city, 28.5 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
Does the Avenger get better gas mileage than the Acura TL?
About the same: 23 mpg for the 2014 Avenger against 23 for the 2014 Acura TL.
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