1988 Suzuki Samurai Hardtop MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 1988 Suzuki Samurai Hardtop gets an EPA-estimated 24/27 MPG (city/highway) and 25 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,450/year fuel cost and 355.48 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.3 L 4-cyl.
The 1988 Suzuki Samurai Hardtop with the 1.3-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 24 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway, for a combined 25 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.3 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Special Purpose Vehicles |
| MPG — city | 24 |
| MPG — highway | 27 |
| MPG — combined | 25 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,450 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 355.48 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 25 MPG, the 1988 Suzuki Samurai Hardtop sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about 49% better than the typical Special Purpose Vehicles of its era (17 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,450 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1988 Suzuki Samurai Hardtop. Over five years that is roughly $12,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1988 Suzuki Samurai Hardtop emits approximately 355.48 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.