Saleen SSC MPG and Fuel Economy
Saleen have been manufacturing models of SSC for 2 years, with the latest vehicle in 1990 having a combined MPG of 16.
The estimated fuel cost for the 1990 Saleen SSC is $3,900 per year.
Government regulators have estimated that value based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.
💵 Compared to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $8,000 more on fuel driving a 1990 Saleen SSC.
🛢 The Saleen SSC will consume roughly 19 barrels of petroleum per year, using the standard estimate of 15,000 miles per year.
💨 For every mile driven, the Saleen SSC will emit -1 grams of CO2, which is 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 Saleen SSC.
The table below is a complete list of the 2 Saleen SSC fuel efficiency specifications we have data for.
Click any vehicle link to see a more detailed breakdown of the car, miles per gallon, emissions, and more.
| Vehicle | Combined MPG | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 Saleen SSC | 16 | $3,900 |
| 1989 Saleen SSC | 16 | $3,900 |
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