MPG AtlasSterling 825 MPG
EPA fuel economy for 4 Sterling 825 trims sold from 1987 to 1988. Best ever: 19 MPG (1988 825). Latest model year 1988: 18 to 19 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Sterling 825 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 1988 Sterling 825 to fuel is the 825, 2.5 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) at $3,280 a year. The 825, 2.5 L, 6 cyl (18 MPG) costs $3,470, so the thriftier trim saves $190 a year and $950 over five years.
| 1988 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 825 | 2.5 L, 6 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | $3,280 | cheapest |
| 825 | 2.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | $3,470 | +$180 |
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.
Sterling 825 MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 19 | 17 | 22 | 825, 2.5 L, 6 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1987 | 18 | 16 | 22 | 825, 2.5 L, 6 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Sterling 825 trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 825 | 2.5 L, 6 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 468 | $3,280 |
| 1988 | 825 | 2.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 1987 | 825 | 2.5 L, 6 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 1987 | 825 | 2.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
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 1988 Compact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 Ford Escort | 32 | 28 | 38 |
| 1988 Pontiac Lemans | 30 | 27 | 36 |
| 1988 Chevrolet Nova | 29 | 26 | 33 |
| 1988 Nissan Sentra | 28 | 25 | 32 |
| 1988 Buick Skyhawk | 27 | 23 | 34 |
| 1988 Mazda 323 | 27 | 24 | 30 |
All Compact Cars ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Sterling 825?
The most efficient Sterling 825 the EPA has rated is the 1988 825 at 19 MPG combined (17 city, 22 highway).
What MPG does the 1988 Sterling 825 get?
1988 Sterling 825 trims range from 18 to 19 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Sterling 825 has the worst fuel economy?
The 1987 825 is the lowest rated at 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Sterling 825 for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1988 Sterling 825 to fuel is the 825, 2.5 L, 6 cyl (19 MPG) at $3,280 a year. The 825, 2.5 L, 6 cyl (18 MPG) costs $3,470, so the thriftier trim saves $190 a year and $950 over five years.
More from Sterling: every Sterling model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Compact Cars.