Against 281 other 4-cyl cars rated 1991–1993, the Daytona sits right on their 23.9 mpg average. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1984, the 2.2L 4-cyl (1984–1986), does 24.3 mpg and the thirstiest, the 3L 6-cyl (1990–1993), 20.3: $312 a year apart.
Every Dodge Daytona 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 | 20.7 / 31.3 | 1984–1986 | $1,580 | |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 20.4 / 29.6 | 1987–1993 | $1,607 | |
| 3L 6-cyl | 17.8 / 25 | 1990–1993 | $1,892 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1993) | $0.139 |
| Fuel per year | $1,670 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,350 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 1991–1993 | +$63 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,732 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1993 Dodge Daytona gives up 7.5 mpg in town: 27.5 on the highway against 20 in the city, $524 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1993) | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 27.5 mpg | $1,396 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +7.5 mpg (38%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Daytona changed over the years
The Daytona peaked in 1986 at 26 mpg (22 city, 32 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1992 at 21.5 — 4.5 mpg apart, or $309 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 1993 car does 23. The biggest single-year change came in 1987: 26 to 23 mpg.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 20 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 1992 | 19 / 27 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1991 | 19.5 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 1990 | 19 / 27 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 1989 | 21 / 31 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 1988 | 19 / 29 | 1 | $1,670 | |
| 1987 | 19 / 29 | 1 | $1,670 | |
| 1986 | 22 / 32 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 1985 | 21 / 31 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 1984 | 19 / 31 | 1 | $1,670 |
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How we count
This page rests on 14 EPA ratings of the Dodge Daytona — 3 engines across 1984–1993. 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 $2,732. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1993 Dodge Daytona get?
23 mpg combined, 20 city and 27.5 highway, per EPA; its 2 versions that year range from 21 to 25. Across every year since 1984 the Daytona has averaged 22.9 mpg.
Is the 1993 Daytona more efficient than the 1992?
Yes: 23 against 21.5 mpg combined, about $116 a year less to run.
Which Daytona year has the best gas mileage?
The 1986, at 26 mpg combined (22 city, 32 highway).
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