1987 Peugeot 505 Sedan (2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1987 Peugeot 505 Sedan gets an EPA-estimated 21/25 MPG (city/highway) and 23 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,450/year fuel cost and 442.609 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2.5 L 4-cyl.
The 1987 Peugeot 505 Sedan with the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine returns an EPA-estimated 21 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway, for a combined 23 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 2.5 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Vehicle class | Compact Cars |
| MPG — city | 21 |
| MPG — highway | 25 |
| MPG — combined | 23 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,450 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 442.609 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 23 MPG, the 1987 Peugeot 505 Sedan sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Compact Cars, 25 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,450 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1987 Peugeot 505 Sedan. Over five years that is roughly $17,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1987 Peugeot 505 Sedan emits approximately 442.609 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.