1987 Dodge Diplomat Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1987 Dodge Diplomat (12–17 MPG combined) across 3 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Midsize Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 3-spd
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 5.2 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 12–17 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,800–$5,600
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$16,000 to −$12,000 more than average
- Configurations
- 3
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.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-cyl 5.2 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 | — |
| 8-cyl 5.2 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 11–13 | 14–16 | 12–14 | $4,800–$5,600 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diplomat | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 8 | 5.2 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 | −$12,250 | — | — |
| Diplomat | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 8 | 5.2 | Regular Gasoline | 13 | 16 | 14 | $4,800 | −$12,000 | — | — |
| Diplomat | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 8 | 5.2 | Regular Gasoline | 11 | 14 | 12 | $5,600 | −$16,000 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1987 Dodge Diplomat?
According to EPA data, the 1987 Dodge Diplomat is rated at 12–17 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1987 Dodge Diplomat have?
The EPA data lists 8 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 1987 Dodge Diplomat use?
It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1987 Dodge Diplomat?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $4,800 to $5,600.
How much will the 1987 Dodge Diplomat cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 1987 Dodge Diplomat 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$16,000 to −$12,000 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).