1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera (4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd, Diesel) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera gets an EPA-estimated 23/32 MPG (city/highway) and 26 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,050/year fuel cost and 391.538 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 4.3 L 6-cyl.
The 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera with the 4.3-liter 6-cylinder diesel engine returns an EPA-estimated 23 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway, for a combined 26 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 4.3 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Cars |
| MPG — city | 23 |
| MPG — highway | 32 |
| MPG — combined | 26 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,050 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 391.538 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 26 MPG, the 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Midsize Cars, 26 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,050 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera. Over five years that is roughly $15,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera emits approximately 391.538 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.