MPG AtlasFord Aspire MPG
EPA fuel economy for 8 Ford Aspire trims sold from 1994 to 1997. Best ever: 34 MPG (1994 Aspire). Latest model year 1997: 26 to 33 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Ford Aspire 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 1997 Ford Aspire to fuel is the Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl (33 MPG) at $1,890 a year. The Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl (26 MPG) costs $2,400, so the thriftier trim saves $510 a year and $2,550 over five years.
| 1997 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 33 | $1,890 | cheapest |
| Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | $2,400 | +$510 |
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.
Ford Aspire MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 33 | 29 | 38 | Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1996 | 33 | 29 | 38 | Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1995 | 33 | 31 | 38 | Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1994 | 34 | 31 | 39 | Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Ford Aspire trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 29 | 38 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 1997 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 1996 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 29 | 38 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 1996 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 31 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 1995 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 31 | 38 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 1995 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 31 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 1994 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 31 | 39 | 34 | 261 | $1,840 |
| 1994 | Aspire | 1.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 31 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
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 1997 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Geo Metro | 40 | 37 | 44 |
| 1997 Suzuki Swift | 35 | 33 | 39 |
| 1997 Honda Civic | 34 | 31 | 39 |
| 1997 Toyota Tercel | 31 | 28 | 35 |
| 1997 Nissan Sentra/200SX | 29 | 25 | 35 |
| 1997 Suzuki Esteem | 29 | 26 | 34 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Ford Aspire?
The most efficient Ford Aspire the EPA has rated is the 1994 Aspire at 34 MPG combined (31 city, 39 highway).
What MPG does the 1997 Ford Aspire get?
1997 Ford Aspire trims range from 26 to 33 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Ford Aspire has the worst fuel economy?
The 1997 Aspire is the lowest rated at 26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Ford Aspire for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1997 Ford Aspire to fuel is the Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl (33 MPG) at $1,890 a year. The Aspire, 1.3 L, 4 cyl (26 MPG) costs $2,400, so the thriftier trim saves $510 a year and $2,550 over five years.
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