Against 249 other 4-cyl cars rated 1993–1995, the Spirit trails their 24 mpg average by 2.5 mpg, about $186 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1989, the 2.5L 4-cyl (1989–1995), does 23.7 mpg and the thirstiest, the 3L 6-cyl (1989–1995), 20.1: $290 a year apart.
Every Dodge Spirit engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 20.7 / 28.9 | 1989–1995 | $1,620 | |
| 3L 6-cyl | 17.7 / 24.1 | 1989–1995 | $1,910 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1995) | $0.149 |
| Fuel per year | $1,786 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,930 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 1993–1995 | +$186 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,864 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1995 Dodge Spirit gives up 6 mpg in town: 25 on the highway against 19 in the city, $485 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1995) | 19 mpg | $2,021 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 25 mpg | $1,536 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6 mpg (32%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Spirit changed over the years
The Spirit peaked in 1993 at 23 mpg (20 city, 27.5 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1995 at 21.5 — 1.5 mpg apart, or $116 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 1995 car does 21.5.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 19 / 25 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1994 | 19.5 / 25.5 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 1993 | 20 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 1992 | 19 / 26 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1991 | 19.5 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 1990 | 19 / 26.5 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 1989 | 18.5 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,786 |
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How we count
This page rests on 14 EPA ratings of the Dodge Spirit — 2 engines across 1989–1995. 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 $2,864. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1995 Dodge Spirit get?
21.5 mpg combined, 19 city and 25 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1989 the Spirit has averaged 21.9 mpg.
Is the 1995 Spirit more efficient than the 1994?
About the same: 21.5 against 22 mpg combined.
Which Spirit year has the best gas mileage?
The 1993, at 23 mpg combined (20 city, 27.5 highway).
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