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Subaru RX Turbo MPG
EPA fuel economy for 2 Subaru RX Turbo trims sold from 1985. Best ever: 24 MPG (1985 RX Turbo). Latest model year 1985: 23 to 24 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Subaru RX Turbo 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 1985 Subaru RX Turbo to fuel is the RX Turbo, Regular (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The RX Turbo, Regular (23 MPG) costs $2,710, so the thriftier trim saves $110 a year and $550 over five years.
| 1985 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX Turbo | Regular | Manual 5-spd | 4WD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | cheapest |
| RX Turbo | Regular | Manual 5-spd | 4WD | Regular | 23 | $2,710 | +$110 |
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.
Subaru RX Turbo MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 24 | 22 | 28 | RX Turbo, Regular, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Subaru RX Turbo trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | RX Turbo | Regular | Manual 5-spd | 4WD | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1985 | RX Turbo | Regular | Manual 5-spd | 4WD | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
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 1985 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Nissan Sentra | 40 | 38 | 44 |
| 1985 Chevrolet Chevette | 36 | 33 | 41 |
| 1985 Pontiac 1000 | 36 | 33 | 41 |
| 1985 Chevrolet Spectrum | 35 | 32 | 39 |
| 1985 Isuzu 750C/I-Mark | 35 | 32 | 39 |
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 34 | 31 | 37 |
All Subcompact Cars ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Subaru RX Turbo?
The most efficient Subaru RX Turbo the EPA has rated is the 1985 RX Turbo at 24 MPG combined (22 city, 28 highway).
What MPG does the 1985 Subaru RX Turbo get?
1985 Subaru RX Turbo trims range from 23 to 24 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Subaru RX Turbo has the worst fuel economy?
The 1985 RX Turbo is the lowest rated at 23 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Subaru RX Turbo for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1985 Subaru RX Turbo to fuel is the RX Turbo, Regular (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The RX Turbo, Regular (23 MPG) costs $2,710, so the thriftier trim saves $110 a year and $550 over five years.
More from Subaru: every Subaru model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Subcompact Cars.