1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER gets an EPA-estimated 44/51 MPG (city/highway) and 47 MPG combined, with an estimated $1,300/year fuel cost and 189.085 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1 L 3-cyl.
The 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER with the 1-liter 3-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 44 MPG in the city and 51 MPG on the highway, for a combined 47 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1 L 3-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Minicompact Cars |
| MPG — city | 44 |
| MPG — highway | 51 |
| MPG — combined | 47 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $1,300 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 189.085 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 47 MPG, the 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER sits in the exceptional range for fuel economy. That is about 115% better than the typical Minicompact Cars of its era (22 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $1,300 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER. Over five years that is roughly $6,500 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER emits approximately 189.085 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.