1986 Dodge D100/D150 Pickup 2WD (5.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 3-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1986 Dodge D100/D150 Pickup 2WD gets an EPA-estimated 12/14 MPG (city/highway) and 13 MPG combined, with an estimated $4,750/year fuel cost and 683.615 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 5.2 L 8-cyl.
The 1986 Dodge D100/D150 Pickup 2WD with the 5.2-liter 8-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 12 MPG in the city and 14 MPG on the highway, for a combined 13 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 5.2 L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Standard Pickup Trucks |
| MPG — city | 12 |
| MPG — highway | 14 |
| MPG — combined | 13 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $4,750 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 683.615 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 13 MPG, the 1986 Dodge D100/D150 Pickup 2WD sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is roughly 15% thirstier than the typical Standard Pickup Trucks of its era (15 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $4,750 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1986 Dodge D100/D150 Pickup 2WD. Over five years that is roughly $23,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1986 Dodge D100/D150 Pickup 2WD emits approximately 683.615 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.