1988 Ford FestivaFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Subcompact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
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City
33
MPG
Highway
39
MPG
Combined
35
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 5 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
38.1MPG average+8.9% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 35 MPG · Owner reported avg: 38.1 MPG
Range: 32–46 MPG
Driving mix: City 39% / Highway 61%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 38.1 real world MPG based on 5 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 35 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
33
Hwy
39
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $1,950/yr
Manual 4-spd
Regular
City
32
Hwy
36
Comb
34
Fuel cost: $2,000/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 33 | 39 | 35 | $1,950 |
| Manual 4-spd | Regular | 32 | 36 | 34 | $2,000 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,950
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$2,250
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 254 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 8.5 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1.3L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 1.3L, 4-cylinder
- Induction Type
- Port Fuel Injection
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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