1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 MPG and Fuel Economy

On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6.

The 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 has 4 model options: Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L, Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L, Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L and Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L.

The 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Midsize Cars car class.

The 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Midsize Cars car class.

The 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Midsize Cars car class.

The 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Midsize Cars car class.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 is 22 miles per gallon.

The table below breaks down the MPG for each model option:

Model OptionCombined MPGCity MPGHighway MPG
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L221926
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L191723
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L242129
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L211826

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 is $3,213.

The average fuel costs have been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

Comparing a 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $4,562 more on fuel.

The table below shows the fuel costs and 5-year save/spend for each model option:

Model OptionFuel Cost5-Year Save/Spend
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L$2,850spend $2,750 more
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L$3,900spend $8,000 more
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L$2,600spend $1,500 more
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L$3,500spend $6,000 more

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 will consume in one year is 14 barrels.

The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.

Model OptionBarrels
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L14
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L16
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L12
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L14

💨 How Many Grams of CO2 Does a 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Emit?

The 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 will emit an average of about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.

🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6.

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 4 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 model options.

Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L:

City MPG19
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG22
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $2,750
Fuel Cost$2,850
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum14
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.2
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L:

City MPG17
Highway MPG23
Combined MPG19
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $8,000
Fuel Cost$3,900
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum16
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.2
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?Yes

Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L:

City MPG21
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG24
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $1,500
Fuel Cost$2,600
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum12
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.2
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L:

City MPG18
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG21
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $6,000
Fuel Cost$3,500
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum14
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.2
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?Yes

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  • "1989 Mazda 626/MX-6 MPG and Fuel Economy." MPG Buddy. Accessed on January 3, 2026. https://mpgbuddy.com/cars/mazda/626-mx-6/1989.

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