1986 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i/350i Coupe MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 1986 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i/350i Coupe gets an EPA-estimated 15/22 MPG (city/highway) and 18 MPG combined, with an estimated $4,200/year fuel cost and 493.722 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2.8 L 6-cyl.
The 1986 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i/350i Coupe with the 2.8-liter 6-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 15 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway, for a combined 18 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 2.8 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (S4) |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Two Seaters |
| MPG — city | 15 |
| MPG — highway | 22 |
| MPG — combined | 18 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $4,200 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 493.722 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 18 MPG, the 1986 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i/350i Coupe sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Two Seaters, 20 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $4,200 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1986 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i/350i Coupe. Over five years that is roughly $21,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1986 TVR Engineering Ltd TVR 280i/350i Coupe emits approximately 493.722 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.