1989 Honda Civic CRX HF (variant 1) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1989 Honda Civic CRX HF gets an EPA-estimated 41/49 MPG (city/highway) and 44 MPG combined, with an estimated $1,400/year fuel cost and 201.977 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.5 L 4-cyl.
The 1989 Honda Civic CRX HF with the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 41 MPG in the city and 49 MPG on the highway, for a combined 44 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.5 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Two Seaters |
| MPG — city | 41 |
| MPG — highway | 49 |
| MPG — combined | 44 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $1,400 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 201.977 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 44 MPG, the 1989 Honda Civic CRX HF sits in the very good range for fuel economy. That is about 119% better than the typical Two Seaters of its era (20 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $1,400 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1989 Honda Civic CRX HF. Over five years that is roughly $7,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1989 Honda Civic CRX HF emits approximately 201.977 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.