MPG AtlasGeo Spectrum MPG
EPA fuel economy for 2 Geo Spectrum trims sold from 1989. Best ever: 33 MPG (1989 Spectrum). Latest model year 1989: 28 to 33 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Geo Spectrum 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 Geo Spectrum to fuel is the Spectrum, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (33 MPG) at $1,890 a year. The Spectrum, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (28 MPG) costs $2,230, so the thriftier trim saves $340 a year and $1,700 over five years.
| 1989 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 33 | $1,890 | cheapest |
| Spectrum | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 28 | $2,230 | +$340 |
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.
Geo Spectrum MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 33 | 31 | 37 | Spectrum, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Geo Spectrum trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Spectrum | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 31 | 37 | 33 | 269 | $1,890 |
| 1989 | Spectrum | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 30 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
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 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Geo Metro | 47 | 43 | 52 |
| 1989 Chevrolet Sprint | 41 | 38 | 45 |
| 1989 Pontiac Firefly | 41 | 38 | 45 |
| 1989 Suzuki Swift | 41 | 38 | 45 |
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 35 | 33 | 39 |
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 34 | 32 | 38 |
All Subcompact Cars ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Geo Spectrum?
The most efficient Geo Spectrum the EPA has rated is the 1989 Spectrum at 33 MPG combined (31 city, 37 highway).
What MPG does the 1989 Geo Spectrum get?
1989 Geo Spectrum trims range from 28 to 33 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Geo Spectrum has the worst fuel economy?
The 1989 Spectrum is the lowest rated at 28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Geo Spectrum for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1989 Geo Spectrum to fuel is the Spectrum, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (33 MPG) at $1,890 a year. The Spectrum, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (28 MPG) costs $2,230, so the thriftier trim saves $340 a year and $1,700 over five years.
More from Geo: every Geo model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Subcompact Cars.