MPG AtlasSaleen SSC MPG
EPA fuel economy for 2 Saleen SSC trims sold from 1989 to 1990. Best ever: 16 MPG (1990 SSC). Latest model year 1990: 16 MPG combined across 1 trim.
Saleen SSC 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 1990 Saleen SSC costs about $3,900 a year to fuel (SSC, 4.9 L, 8 cyl, 16 MPG).
| 1990 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC | 4.9 L, 8 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | $3,900 | 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.
Saleen SSC MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 16 | 13 | 20 | SSC, 4.9 L, 8 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 1 |
| 1989 | 16 | 14 | 21 | SSC, 4.9 L, 8 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 1 |
Every Saleen SSC trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SSC | 4.9 L, 8 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 13 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 1989 | SSC | 4.9 L, 8 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 21 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
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 1990 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Geo Metro XFI | 47 | 43 | 52 |
| 1990 Chevrolet Sprint | 41 | 38 | 45 |
| 1990 Pontiac Firefly | 41 | 38 | 45 |
| 1990 Suzuki Swift | 41 | 38 | 45 |
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 34 | 32 | 38 |
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 33 | 30 | 37 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Saleen SSC?
The most efficient Saleen SSC the EPA has rated is the 1990 SSC at 16 MPG combined (13 city, 20 highway).
What MPG does the 1990 Saleen SSC get?
Every 1990 Saleen SSC trim is rated 16 MPG combined.
Which Saleen SSC has the worst fuel economy?
The 1990 SSC is the lowest rated at 16 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Saleen SSC for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the 1990 Saleen SSC costs about $3,900 a year to fuel (SSC, 4.9 L, 8 cyl, 16 MPG).
More from Saleen: every Saleen model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Subcompact Cars.