Against 19 other Plug-in hybrid cars rated 2013–2015, the 918 trails their 38.1 mpg average by 16.1 mpg, about $737 a year.
Every Porsche 918 engine, compared
The Porsche 918 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl Plug-in hybrid | 20 / 24 | 2015–2015 | $1,745 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2015) | $0.145 |
| Fuel per year | $1,745 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,725 |
| Against other Plug-in hybrid cars, 2013–2015 | +$737 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,500 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2015 Porsche 918 gives up 4 mpg in town: 24 on the highway against 20 in the city, $320 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2015) | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 24 mpg | $1,600 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +4 mpg (20%) | Typical for its type |
How the 918 changed over the years
Combined figure across the 1 model year the 918 was rated in, all of them at 22 mpg.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 20 / 24 | 1 | $1,745 |
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How we count
This page rests on 1 EPA ratings of the Porsche 918 — 1 engine across 2015–2015. 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 $3,500. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2015 Porsche 918 get?
22 mpg combined, 20 city and 24 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2015 the 918 has averaged 22 mpg.
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