Merkur XR4Ti MPG
EPA fuel economy for 10 Merkur XR4Ti trims sold from 1985 to 1989. Best ever: 20 MPG (1988 XR4Ti). Latest model year 1989: 17 to 19 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Merkur XR4Ti 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 Merkur XR4Ti to fuel is the XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) at $3,280 a year. The XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $390 a year and $1,950 over five years.
| 1989 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 19 | $3,280 | cheapest |
| XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | $3,670 | +$390 |
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.
Merkur XR4Ti MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 19 | 17 | 23 | XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1988 | 20 | 18 | 23 | XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1987 | 20 | 18 | 23 | XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1986 | 19 | 17 | 22 | XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1985 | 19 | 17 | 22 | XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Merkur XR4Ti trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 1989 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 1988 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 1988 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 1987 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 1987 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 1986 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 1986 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | 20 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 1985 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 1985 | XR4Ti | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | 20 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
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 Merkur XR4Ti?
The most efficient Merkur XR4Ti the EPA has rated is the 1988 XR4Ti at 20 MPG combined (18 city, 23 highway).
What MPG does the 1989 Merkur XR4Ti get?
1989 Merkur XR4Ti trims range from 17 to 19 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Merkur XR4Ti has the worst fuel economy?
The 1989 XR4Ti is the lowest rated at 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Merkur XR4Ti for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1989 Merkur XR4Ti to fuel is the XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) at $3,280 a year. The XR4Ti, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $390 a year and $1,950 over five years.
More from Merkur: every Merkur model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Compact Cars.