Mazda GLC MPG
EPA fuel economy for 19 Mazda GLC trims sold from 1984 to 1986. Best ever: 30 MPG (1985 GLC). Latest model year 1986: 20 to 24 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Mazda GLC 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 1986 Mazda GLC to fuel is the GLC Wagon, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The GLC Wagon, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $520 a year and $2,600 over five years.
| 1986 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | cheapest |
| GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | cheapest |
| GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 20 | $3,120 | +$520 |
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.
Mazda GLC MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 24 | 22 | 26 | GLC Wagon, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Manual 4-spd | 3 |
| 1985 | 30 | 27 | 35 | GLC, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 7 |
| 1984 | 30 | 27 | 35 | GLC, 1.5 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 9 |
Every Mazda GLC trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 22 | 26 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1986 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 22 | 27 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1986 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 19 | 21 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 1985 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 |
| 1985 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 1985 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 1985 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 28 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 1985 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 22 | 26 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1985 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 22 | 27 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1985 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 19 | 21 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 1984 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 | |
| 1984 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 | |
| 1984 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 | |
| 1984 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 | |
| 1984 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | Regular | 24 | 28 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 | |
| 1984 | GLC | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | Regular | 24 | 28 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 | |
| 1984 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 26 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 | |
| 1984 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 27 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 | |
| 1984 | GLC Wagon | 1.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | Regular | 20 | 21 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
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 1986 Small Station Wagons
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 Ford Escort Wagon | 34 | 31 | 39 |
| 1986 Mercury Lynx Wagon | 34 | 31 | 39 |
| 1986 Nissan Sentra Wagon | 30 | 27 | 35 |
| 1986 Toyota Tercel Wagon 2WD | 29 | 26 | 33 |
| 1986 Honda Civic Wagon | 28 | 26 | 32 |
| 1986 Buick Skyhawk Wagon | 27 | 23 | 34 |
All Small Station Wagons ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Mazda GLC?
The most efficient Mazda GLC the EPA has rated is the 1985 GLC at 30 MPG combined (27 city, 35 highway).
What MPG does the 1986 Mazda GLC get?
1986 Mazda GLC trims range from 20 to 24 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Mazda GLC has the worst fuel economy?
The 1986 GLC Wagon is the lowest rated at 20 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Mazda GLC for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1986 Mazda GLC to fuel is the GLC Wagon, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The GLC Wagon, 1.5 L, 4 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $520 a year and $2,600 over five years.
More from Mazda: every Mazda model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Small Station Wagons, Subcompact Cars.