1985 Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer (2.8L 6-cyl, RWD, Manual 5-spd, Regular) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1985 Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer gets an EPA-estimated 15/20 MPG (city/highway) and 17 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,600/year fuel cost and 522.765 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2.8 L 6-cyl.
The 1985 Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer with the 2.8-liter 6-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 15 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway, for a combined 17 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 2.8 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD |
| MPG — city | 15 |
| MPG — highway | 20 |
| MPG — combined | 17 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,600 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 522.765 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 17 MPG, the 1985 Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD, 19 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,600 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1985 Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer. Over five years that is roughly $18,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1985 Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer emits approximately 522.765 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.