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Mitsubishi Starion MPG
EPA fuel economy for 20 Mitsubishi Starion trims sold from 1984 to 1989. Best ever: 19 MPG (1986 Starion). Latest model year 1989: 18 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Mitsubishi Starion 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 $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, every 1989 Mitsubishi Starion trim costs about $4,300 a year to fuel.
| 1989 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 18 | $4,300 | cheapest |
| Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 18 | $4,300 | cheapest |
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.
Mitsubishi Starion MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Starion, 2.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1988 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Starion, 2.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1987 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Starion, 2.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1986 | 19 | 17 | 22 | Starion, 2.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1985 | 19 | 17 | 22 | Starion, 2.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 6 |
| 1984 | 19 | 17 | 23 | Starion, 2.6 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 6 |
Every Mitsubishi Starion trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1989 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 20 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1988 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1988 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 20 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1987 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1987 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1986 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1986 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1985 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1985 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1985 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1985 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1985 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1985 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1984 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 | |
| 1984 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 | |
| 1984 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 | |
| 1984 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 | |
| 1984 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 | |
| 1984 | Starion | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
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 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Mitsubishi Starion?
The most efficient Mitsubishi Starion the EPA has rated is the 1986 Starion at 19 MPG combined (17 city, 22 highway).
What MPG does the 1989 Mitsubishi Starion get?
Every 1989 Mitsubishi Starion trim is rated 18 MPG combined.
Which Mitsubishi Starion has the worst fuel economy?
The 1989 Starion is the lowest rated at 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Mitsubishi Starion for a year?
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, every 1989 Mitsubishi Starion trim costs about $4,300 a year to fuel.
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