1988 Honda Civic Wagon 4WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Station Wagons4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
City
22
MPG
Highway
24
MPG
Combined
23
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 3 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

27.4MPG average+19.0% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 23 MPG · Owner reported avg: 27.4 MPG

Range: 23–31 MPG

Driving mix: City 55% / Highway 45%

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 27.4 real world MPG based on 3 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 23 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
22
Hwy
24
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
386 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
1.6L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed Manual
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
Wagon

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
1.6L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Port Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,928/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,885/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,536/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,697/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,949/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,941/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,646/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,012/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,833/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,901/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 23 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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