Ford Laser MPG
EPA fuel economy for 13 Ford Laser trims sold from 1984 to 1989. Best ever: 30 MPG (1985 Laser). Latest model year 1989: 24 to 25 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Ford Laser 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 1989 Ford Laser to fuel is the Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (25 MPG) at $2,500 a year. The Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $100 a year and $500 over five years.
| 1989 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | $2,500 | cheapest |
| Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | +$100 |
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 Laser MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 25 | 23 | 27 | Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Manual 4-spd | 2 |
| 1988 | 25 | 23 | 27 | Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Manual 4-spd | 2 |
| 1987 | 24 | 22 | 28 | Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 2 |
| 1986 | 24 | 22 | 28 | Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 2 |
| 1985 | 30 | 27 | 35 | Laser, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 3 |
| 1984 | 27 | 26 | 29 | Laser, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Manual 4-spd | 2 |
Every Ford Laser trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 27 | 25 | 355 | $2,500 |
| 1989 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 27 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1988 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 27 | 25 | 355 | $2,500 |
| 1988 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 27 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1987 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1987 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 27 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1986 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1986 | Laser | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 27 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1985 | Laser | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 |
| 1985 | Laser | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 1985 | Laser | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 28 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 1984 | Laser | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 | |
| 1984 | Laser | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | Regular | 24 | 28 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
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 1989 Compact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Volkswagen Golf | 34 | 31 | 39 |
| 1989 Volkswagen Jetta | 34 | 31 | 39 |
| 1989 Ford Escort | 32 | 28 | 38 |
| 1989 Pontiac Lemans | 30 | 27 | 36 |
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 28 | 25 | 32 |
| 1989 Nissan Sentra | 28 | 25 | 32 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Ford Laser?
The most efficient Ford Laser the EPA has rated is the 1985 Laser at 30 MPG combined (27 city, 35 highway).
What MPG does the 1989 Ford Laser get?
1989 Ford Laser trims range from 24 to 25 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Ford Laser has the worst fuel economy?
The 1989 Laser is the lowest rated at 24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Ford Laser for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1989 Ford Laser to fuel is the Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (25 MPG) at $2,500 a year. The Laser, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $100 a year and $500 over five years.
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