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Grumman Olson Kubvan MPG
EPA fuel economy for 4 Grumman Olson Kubvan trims sold from 1984 to 1985. Best ever: 31 MPG (1985 Kubvan). Latest model year 1985: 26 to 31 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Grumman Olson Kubvan 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 $5.98 a gallon for diesel and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1985 Grumman Olson Kubvan to fuel is the Kubvan, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel (31 MPG) at $2,890 a year. The Kubvan, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel (26 MPG) costs $3,450, so the thriftier trim saves $560 a year and $2,800 over five years.
| 1985 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kubvan | 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Diesel | 31 | $2,890 | cheapest |
| Kubvan | 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Diesel | 26 | $3,450 | +$560 |
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.
Grumman Olson Kubvan MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 31 | 30 | 32 | Kubvan, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1984 | 31 | 31 | 32 | Kubvan, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Grumman Olson Kubvan trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Kubvan | 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Diesel | 30 | 32 | 31 | 328 | $2,890 |
| 1985 | Kubvan | 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Diesel | 26 | 27 | 26 | 392 | $3,450 |
| 1984 | Kubvan | 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel | Manual 5-spd | 2WD | Diesel | 31 | 32 | 31 | 328 | $2,890 |
| 1984 | Kubvan | 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel | Auto 3-spd | 2WD | Diesel | 27 | 27 | 27 | 377 | $3,320 |
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 1985 Special Purpose Vehicles
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer | 26 | 25 | 26 |
| 1985 Subaru Brat 4WD | 25 | 23 | 28 |
| 1985 Subaru Hatchback 4WD | 25 | 23 | 28 |
| 1985 Subaru Wagon 4WD | 23 | 21 | 26 |
| 1985 Subaru Sedan 4WD | 22 | 21 | 23 |
| 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 4WD | 21 | 20 | 22 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Grumman Olson Kubvan?
The most efficient Grumman Olson Kubvan the EPA has rated is the 1985 Kubvan at 31 MPG combined (30 city, 32 highway).
What MPG does the 1985 Grumman Olson Kubvan get?
1985 Grumman Olson Kubvan trims range from 26 to 31 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Grumman Olson Kubvan has the worst fuel economy?
The 1985 Kubvan is the lowest rated at 26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Grumman Olson Kubvan for a year?
At $5.98 a gallon for diesel and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1985 Grumman Olson Kubvan to fuel is the Kubvan, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel (31 MPG) at $2,890 a year. The Kubvan, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Diesel (26 MPG) costs $3,450, so the thriftier trim saves $560 a year and $2,800 over five years.
More from Grumman Olson: every Grumman Olson model. Fuel types on this model: Diesel. EPA classes: Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD, Special Purpose Vehicles.