1988 Maserati Q: MPG and fuel economy
The 1988 Maserati Q is rated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency at 19 combined MPG, with 17 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. That is right around the average car in the Two Seaters class for the same model year.
This page collects every fuel-economy figure the EPA publishes for the 1988 Maserati Q. Below you will find the headline combined, city, and highway MPG, the estimated annual fuel cost at three different driving levels, the tailpipe CO₂ emissions, and a full breakdown of the engine and drivetrain.
Key takeaways
- The most efficient car in the Two Seaters class for the 1988 model year is the Honda Civic CRX HF at 44 MPG.
- EPA estimates this car costs around $7,500 more in fuel over five years than an average new vehicle of the same model year.
- Requires premium gasoline, which typically adds about 40 to 60 cents per gallon to the EPA's annual fuel cost estimate.
Fuel economy at a glance
These are the EPA's official ratings for the 1988 Maserati Q. The numbers come from a standardised laboratory test cycle and are the same figures that appear on the window sticker of every new car. Real-world mileage varies with driving style, weather, fuel quality, and how heavily loaded the car is.
Combined MPG is a 55/45 weighted blend of the city and highway test cycles. The EPA uses it as the single number you can compare across the entire dataset, including hybrids and EVs (which use the equivalent MPGe figure).
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG |
| Annual fuel cost | $3,650 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 468 g/mi |
| Fuel type | Premium |
How the 1988 Maserati Q compares
The 1988 Maserati Q returns 19 combined MPG. Cars in the Two Seaters class for the same model year average 19.5 MPG, which puts this car behind the class average by about 3%.
The most efficient car in the Two Seaters class for the 1988 model year is the Honda Civic CRX HF at 44 MPG. The bar chart below puts the Maserati Q alongside the class best and the class average so you can see the full picture.
For broader context, the average new car of the 1988 model year (across all classes) returns 19.5 MPG. Larger vehicles pull the all-cars average down, so do not use that figure on its own to judge a small car or a hybrid. The full list of the most efficient cars of the 1988 model year is on its own page.
Annual fuel cost across driving patterns
The headline annual fuel cost the EPA publishes assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year and a fuel mix of 55% city and 45% highway. The dollar figure is calculated using the EPA's current reference price for premium gasoline, which is $4.61/gallon. EPA updates that reference periodically rather than tracking live pump prices, so treat it as a window-sticker estimate rather than today's pump number.
The table below scales the EPA's number to three common driving patterns. The combined MPG and the reference fuel price stay constant, only the annual mileage changes. To get a current-prices estimate, take your local gas price and multiply by 789.5 gallons (the car's annual consumption at the rated MPG).
| Driving pattern | Estimated annual fuel cost |
|---|---|
| Light driver, 7,500 miles per year | $1,825 |
| Average driver, 15,000 miles per year | $3,650 |
| Heavy driver, 25,000 miles per year | $6,083 |
Compare against other Two Seaters for 1988
If you are cross-shopping the 1988 Maserati Q, the most useful comparison is against the other cars in the Two Seaters class for the same model year. The list below shows the highest-MPG peers, ranked from most to least efficient. Click any of them to open its full page.
The Honda Civic CRX HF leads this group at 44 MPG, 25 MPG ahead of the 1988 Maserati Q.
Specifications
The 1988 Maserati Q runs a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic 3-spd, sending power through front-wheel drive.
Engine, transmission, and drivetrain together drive most of the variation in fuel economy across trims. A larger engine moves the car with less effort but burns more fuel. A turbo lets a small engine punch above its weight, often without much MPG penalty. All-wheel drive adds traction and weight, and usually costs a couple of MPG compared with two-wheel drive of the same engine.
- Vehicle class
- Two Seaters
- Engine
- 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged
- Transmission
- Automatic 3-spd
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel type
- Premium
- Annual petroleum use
- 15.7 barrels per year
Common questions about the 1988 Maserati Q
Quick answers to the questions people most often search for when looking up the 1988 Maserati Q.
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Is the 1988 Maserati Q fuel efficient?
It is in line with the rest of the class. The 1988 Maserati Q returns 19 combined MPG, and the average car in the Two Seaters class for the same model year sits at 19.5 MPG. -
What MPG does the 1988 Maserati Q get?
The EPA rates the 1988 Maserati Q at 19 combined MPG, 17 MPG in city driving, and 22 MPG on the highway. Real-world numbers depend on your driving style, the weather, and how loaded the car is. -
How much does it cost to fuel a 1988 Maserati Q per year?
The EPA estimates an annual fuel cost of $3,650 for the 1988 Maserati Q. That figure assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year, a 55% city and 45% highway split, and the EPA's published average fuel price for the rated fuel grade. -
Does the 1988 Maserati Q require premium gas?
Yes. The EPA lists the 1988 Maserati Q as requiring premium gasoline. Running it on regular can reduce performance and may affect engine warranties, so it is not a recommended way to save at the pump. -
How much CO₂ does the 1988 Maserati Q emit?
Tailpipe CO₂ emissions are 468 g/mi. Multiplied across a typical year of driving (15,000 miles) that works out to about 7,016 kilograms of CO₂. -
What is the difference between the city and highway MPG of the 1988 Maserati Q?
City driving returns 17 MPG and highway driving returns 22 MPG, a gap of 5 MPG. The two figures are close enough that the car will hold its rated efficiency well across most driving patterns. -
What engine is in the 1988 Maserati Q?
The 1988 Maserati Q has a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine (EPA description: (FFS,TRBO)). Smaller turbocharged engines like this one tend to deliver bigger-engine power on demand while keeping fuel economy closer to a non-turbo version of the same displacement. -
What transmission and drivetrain does the 1988 Maserati Q have?
The 1988 Maserati Q comes with a automatic 3-spd transmission and front-wheel drive. -
How does the 1988 Maserati Q compare to the best car in its class?
The most efficient car in the Two Seaters class for the 1988 model year is the Honda Civic CRX HF at 44 combined MPG. The Maserati Q returns 19 MPG, a gap of 25 MPG. If you are comparing on fuel economy alone, the class leader is worth a look. -
How much more does the 1988 Maserati Q cost in fuel compared to an average car?
The EPA estimates that over five years, the 1988 Maserati Q will cost about $7,500 more in fuel than an average new vehicle of the same model year. The difference accumulates because the car uses more fuel per mile, not because of any one-off charge at the dealership.
Source: U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset. Annual fuel cost figures assume 15,000 miles of driving per year and a 55% city, 45% highway split. Real-world mileage varies with driving conditions, vehicle maintenance, fuel quality, and driver behaviour.