1987 Subaru XT-DL MPG and Fuel Economy

On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 1987 Subaru XT-DL.

The 1987 Subaru XT-DL has 2 model options: Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L and Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L.

The 1987 Subaru XT-DL Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Two Seaters car class.

The 1987 Subaru XT-DL Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Two Seaters car class.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 1987 Subaru XT-DL Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 1987 Subaru XT-DL is 25 miles per gallon.

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

Model OptionCombined MPGCity MPGHighway MPG
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L252229
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L252229

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 1987 Subaru XT-DL?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 1987 Subaru XT-DL is $2,500.

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 1987 Subaru XT-DL to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $1,000 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
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L$2,500spend $1,000 more
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L$2,500spend $1,000 more

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 1987 Subaru XT-DL Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 1987 Subaru XT-DL will consume in one year is 12 barrels.

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

Model OptionBarrels
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L12
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L12

💨 How Many Grams of CO2 Does a 1987 Subaru XT-DL Emit?

The 1987 Subaru XT-DL 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 1987 Subaru XT-DL.

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 2 1987 Subaru XT-DL model options.

Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1987 Subaru XT-DL Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L:

City MPG22
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG25
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $1,000
Fuel Cost$2,500
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum12
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement1.8
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassTwo Seaters
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1987 Subaru XT-DL Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 1.8 L:

City MPG22
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG25
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $1,000
Fuel Cost$2,500
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum12
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement1.8
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassTwo Seaters
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

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  • "1987 Subaru XT-DL MPG and Fuel Economy." MPG Buddy. Accessed on January 3, 2026. https://mpgbuddy.com/cars/subaru/xt-dl/1987.

  • "1987 Subaru XT-DL MPG and Fuel Economy." MPG Buddy, https://mpgbuddy.com/cars/subaru/xt-dl/1987. Accessed January 3, 2026.

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