1986 Chevrolet Spectrum Specs, MPG & Trims

EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum (29–34 MPG combined) across 2 listed configurations.

Overview

Body class
Subcompact Cars
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine
4-cyl, 1.5 L
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
Combined MPG
29–34 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,950–$2,300
Configurations
2

MPG & fuel economy

City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.

EPA city, highway and combined ratings by powertrain for the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum. Electric configurations are rated in MPGe.
PowertrainCityHighwayCombinedAnnual fuel costCO2
4-cyl 1.5 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive27–3231–3829–34$1,950–$2,300—

Configurations & engine comparison

Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.

Every EPA-listed configuration for the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum (2 rows). "Configuration" is the EPA configuration/engine name.
Configuration / engineDriveTransmissionCyl.Displ. (L)Fuel typeCityHwyComb.Annual cost
SpectrumFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 3-spd41.5Regular Gasoline273129$2,300
SpectrumFront-Wheel DriveManual 5-spd41.5Regular Gasoline323834$1,950

Frequently asked questions

What is the combined MPG of the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum?

According to EPA data, the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum is rated at 29–34 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.

How many cylinders does the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum have?

The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.

What fuel type does the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum use?

It uses Regular Gasoline.

What is the annual fuel cost of the 1986 Chevrolet Spectrum?

The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $1,950 to $2,300.