MPG AtlasPontiac Wave MPG
EPA fuel economy for 6 Pontiac Wave trims sold from 2005 to 2006. Best ever: 27 MPG (2005 Wave). Latest model year 2006: 25 to 26 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Pontiac Wave 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 2006 Pontiac Wave to fuel is the Wave 5, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (26 MPG) at $2,400 a year. The Wave 5, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (25 MPG) costs $2,500, so the thriftier trim saves $100 a year and $500 over five years.
| 2006 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | $2,400 | cheapest |
| Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | $2,500 | +$100 |
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.
Pontiac Wave MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 26 | 22 | 32 | Wave 5, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 2005 | 27 | 23 | 32 | Wave, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 4 |
Every Pontiac Wave trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 2006 | Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 | 355 | $2,500 |
| 2005 | Wave | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 2005 | Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 2005 | Wave | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 2005 | Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
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 2006 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 34 | 31 | 40 |
| 2006 Honda Civic | 30 | 26 | 36 |
| 2006 Scion xA | 30 | 27 | 35 |
| 2006 Acura RSX | 26 | 24 | 31 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo 5 | 26 | 22 | 32 |
| 2006 Suzuki Swift x | 26 | 22 | 32 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Pontiac Wave?
The most efficient Pontiac Wave the EPA has rated is the 2005 Wave at 27 MPG combined (23 city, 32 highway).
What MPG does the 2006 Pontiac Wave get?
2006 Pontiac Wave trims range from 25 to 26 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Pontiac Wave has the worst fuel economy?
The 2006 Wave 5 is the lowest rated at 25 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Pontiac Wave for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2006 Pontiac Wave to fuel is the Wave 5, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (26 MPG) at $2,400 a year. The Wave 5, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (25 MPG) costs $2,500, so the thriftier trim saves $100 a year and $500 over five years.
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