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Daihatsu Charade MPG
EPA fuel economy for 14 Daihatsu Charade trims sold from 1988 to 1992. Best ever: 34 MPG (1992 Charade). Latest model year 1992: 27 to 34 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Daihatsu Charade fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1992 Daihatsu Charade to fuel is the Charade, 1.0 L, 3 cyl (34 MPG) at $1,840 a year. The Charade, 1.3 L, 4 cyl (27 MPG) costs $2,310, so the thriftier trim saves $470 a year and $2,350 over five years.
| 1992 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charade | 1.0 L, 3 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 34 | $1,840 | cheapest |
| Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 32 | $1,950 | +$110 |
| Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | $2,310 | +$480 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Daihatsu Charade MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 34 | 32 | 38 | Charade, 1.0 L, 3 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 3 |
| 1991 | 34 | 32 | 38 | Charade, 1.0 L, 3 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 3 |
| 1990 | 34 | 32 | 38 | Charade, 1.0 L, 3 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 3 |
| 1989 | 34 | 32 | 38 | Charade, 1.0 L, 3 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 4 |
| 1988 | 34 | 32 | 38 | Charade, 1.0 L, 3 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 1 |
Every Daihatsu Charade trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Charade | 1.0 L, 3 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 32 | 38 | 34 | 261 | $1,840 |
| 1992 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 30 | 35 | 32 | 278 | $1,950 |
| 1992 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 1991 | Charade | 1.0 L, 3 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 32 | 38 | 34 | 261 | $1,840 |
| 1991 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 30 | 35 | 32 | 278 | $1,950 |
| 1991 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 1990 | Charade | 1.0 L, 3 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 32 | 38 | 34 | 261 | $1,840 |
| 1990 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 30 | 35 | 32 | 278 | $1,950 |
| 1990 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 31 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 1989 | Charade | 1.0 L, 3 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 32 | 38 | 34 | 261 | $1,840 |
| 1989 | Charade E | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 32 | 38 | 34 | 261 | $1,840 |
| 1989 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 30 | 35 | 32 | 278 | $1,950 |
| 1989 | Charade | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | 31 | 29 | 306 | $2,150 |
| 1988 | Charade | 1.0 L, 3 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 32 | 38 | 34 | 261 | $1,840 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 1992 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Geo Metro XFI | 47 | 43 | 52 |
| 1992 Honda Civic HB VX | 43 | 39 | 49 |
| 1992 Chevrolet Sprint | 40 | 38 | 44 |
| 1992 Pontiac Firefly | 40 | 38 | 44 |
| 1992 Suzuki Swift | 40 | 38 | 44 |
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 33 | 30 | 37 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Daihatsu Charade?
The most efficient Daihatsu Charade the EPA has rated is the 1992 Charade at 34 MPG combined (32 city, 38 highway).
What MPG does the 1992 Daihatsu Charade get?
1992 Daihatsu Charade trims range from 27 to 34 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Daihatsu Charade has the worst fuel economy?
The 1992 Charade is the lowest rated at 27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Daihatsu Charade for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1992 Daihatsu Charade to fuel is the Charade, 1.0 L, 3 cyl (34 MPG) at $1,840 a year. The Charade, 1.3 L, 4 cyl (27 MPG) costs $2,310, so the thriftier trim saves $470 a year and $2,350 over five years.
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