Against 279 other 4-cyl cars rated 1984–1986, the Fuego trails their 25.2 mpg average by 2.2 mpg, about $146 a year.
Every Renault Fuego engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl | 20.5 / 29 | 1984–1985 | $1,634 | |
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 20 / 28 | 1986–1986 | $1,670 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1986) | $0.139 |
| Fuel per year | $1,670 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,350 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 1984–1986 | +$146 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,883 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1986 Renault Fuego gives up 8 mpg in town: 28 on the highway against 20 in the city, $549 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1986) | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 28 mpg | $1,371 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +8 mpg (40%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Fuego changed over the years
The Fuego peaked in 1984 at 24 mpg (21 city, 29 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1986 at 23 — 1 mpg apart, or $70 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 1986 car does 23.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 20 / 28 | 1 | $1,670 | |
| 1985 | 20 / 29 | 1 | $1,670 | |
| 1984 | 21 / 29 | 1 | $1,600 |
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How we count
This page rests on 3 EPA ratings of the Renault Fuego — 2 engines across 1984–1986. 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 $2,883. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1986 Renault Fuego get?
23 mpg combined, 20 city and 28 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1984 the Fuego has averaged 23.3 mpg.
Is the 1986 Fuego more efficient than the 1985?
About the same: 23 against 23 mpg combined.
Which Fuego year has the best gas mileage?
The 1984, at 24 mpg combined (21 city, 29 highway).
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