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1984Special Purpose Vehicle 4WDRegular

1984 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4WD

EPA ID: 28499
15
City MPG
16
Combined MPG
16MPG· Below Avg
17
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1984 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4WD achieves an EPA-estimated 16 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 15 MPG in the city and 17 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 4.2L 6-cylinder engine paired with a manual 4-spd, this special purpose vehicle 4wd features 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1984 Grand Wagoneer 4WD produces approximately 555 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Grand Wagoneer 4WD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,750, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $8,000 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine4.2L 6-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionManual 4-spd
Drive Type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions555 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score-1/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$3,750
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $8,000

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
15.8
Impact vs EPA
+$33
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$712/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$16,800
39.3%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$16,406
38.4%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
21.4%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.9%
Total 5-Year Cost$42,731

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #87V178000·1988-05-27
moderate
Component: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

THE KEY OPERATED TAILGATE WINDOW WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSE IF THE SPRING LOADED KEY DOES NOT RETURN TO OFF POSITION WHEN RELEASED.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: WINDOW COULD CLOSE ON A CHILD OR OTHERS RESULTING INPERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD NOT LEAVE KEY IN TAILGATE OF UNATTENDED VEHICLE. REPAIR MECHANISM TO ASSURE PROPER KEY RETURN OPERATION.

Campaign #84V045000·1984-04-30
advisory
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

A DEFECTIVE DIFFERENTIAL PINION SHAFT MAY EXIST WHICH CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE DRIVE PINION GEAR, CAUSING REAR WHEEL LOCK-UP.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence:

Remedy: PINION SHAFT AND CLIPS, AND POSSIBLY THE PINION GEAR, WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.

Campaign #84V028000·1984-03-26
moderate
Component: STEERING

THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BOLTS IN THE STEERING SYSTEM THAT WERE NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence:

Remedy: THE ADJUSTING TUBE CLAMP BOLT AND THE STEERING GEAR ATTACHING BOLT TORQUE WILL BE TESTED. THE BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED AND THE FRONT WHEEL TOE SETTING ADJUSTED IF NECESSARY AND AT NO COST TO OWNER.

Campaign #84V024000·1984-03-19
critical
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:BANJO HOUSING

IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE REAR AXLE MAY CAUSE AXLE BEARING FAILURE AND COULD RESULT IN THE SEPARATION OF A REAR AXLE AND WHEEL.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence:

Remedy: THE DIFFERENTIAL AND AXLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR THE DEFECT AND REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE, IF NECESSARY.

Campaign #84V009000·1984-02-07
advisory
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

POSSIBILITY THAT THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH LUBRICATION.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence:

Remedy: INNER WHEEL BEARINGS WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPACKED WITH LUBRICANT, OR REPLACED IF INSUFFICIENTLY LUBRICATED.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$3,750
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $8,000

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City15 MPG
Highway17 MPG
Combined16 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

111.1 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 137 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 9.3 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.