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Plymouth Caravelle MPG
EPA fuel economy for 18 Plymouth Caravelle trims sold from 1985 to 1989. Best ever: 23 MPG (1989 Caravelle). Latest model year 1989: 19 to 23 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Plymouth Caravelle 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, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1989 Plymouth Caravelle to fuel is the Caravelle, 2.2 L, 4 cyl (23 MPG) at $2,710 a year. The Caravelle, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) costs $4,070, so the thriftier trim saves $1,360 a year and $6,800 over five years.
| 1989 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | $2,710 | cheapest |
| Caravelle | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | $2,840 | +$120 |
| Caravelle | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | +$1,360 |
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.
Plymouth Caravelle MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 23 | 21 | 26 | Caravelle, 2.2 L, 4 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 3 |
| 1988 | 23 | 21 | 26 | Caravelle, 2.2 L, 4 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 3 |
| 1987 | 21 | 20 | 24 | Caravelle, 2.2 L, 4 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 3 |
| 1986 | 22 | 21 | 24 | Caravelle, 2.2 L, 4 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 3 |
| 1985 | 21 | 19 | 23 | Caravelle, 2.2 L, 4 cyl, Auto 3-spd | 6 |
Every Plymouth Caravelle trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 1989 | Caravelle | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1989 | Caravelle | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1988 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 1988 | Caravelle | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1988 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 | 444 | $3,870 |
| 1987 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 24 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 1987 | Caravelle | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 1987 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1986 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 24 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1986 | Caravelle | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 1986 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Premium | 18 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1985 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 23 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 1985 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 24 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 1985 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1985 | Caravelle | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | 21 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 1985 | Caravelle | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Premium | 18 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 1985 | Caravelle | 2.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | 21 | 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 Midsize Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 25 | 21 | 31 |
| 1989 Chrysler LeBaron GTS | 25 | 21 | 31 |
| 1989 Dodge Aries | 25 | 22 | 31 |
| 1989 Dodge Lancer | 25 | 21 | 31 |
| 1989 Plymouth Reliant | 25 | 22 | 31 |
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 24 | 21 | 31 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Plymouth Caravelle?
The most efficient Plymouth Caravelle the EPA has rated is the 1989 Caravelle at 23 MPG combined (21 city, 26 highway).
What MPG does the 1989 Plymouth Caravelle get?
1989 Plymouth Caravelle trims range from 19 to 23 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Plymouth Caravelle has the worst fuel economy?
The 1989 Caravelle is the lowest rated at 19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Plymouth Caravelle for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1989 Plymouth Caravelle to fuel is the Caravelle, 2.2 L, 4 cyl (23 MPG) at $2,710 a year. The Caravelle, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (19 MPG) costs $4,070, so the thriftier trim saves $1,360 a year and $6,800 over five years.
More from Plymouth: every Plymouth model. Fuel types on this model: Premium, Regular. EPA classes: Midsize Cars.