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1985Minicompact CarsRegular

1985 Ferrari Mondial

EPA ID: 38
9
City MPG
11
Combined MPG
11MPG· Below Avg
15
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1985 Ferrari Mondial achieves an EPA-estimated 11 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 9 MPG in the city and 15 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2.9L 8-cylinder engine paired with a manual 5-spd, this minicompact cars features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1985 Mondial produces approximately 808 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 Mondial has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $5,450, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $16,500 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 ClassMinicompact Cars
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine2.9L 8-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions808 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score-1/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$5,450
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $16,500

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
11.0
Impact vs EPA
+$11
/ 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
$848/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
$17,500
34.4%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$23,864
46.9%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
17.9%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.8%
Total 5-Year Cost$50,889

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #86V078000·1986-08-04
critical
Component: SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE

UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC LOAD CONDITIONS, SUCH AS ACCIDENTAL HIGH SPEED IMPACTS ON THE REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS AND HUB ASSEMBLIES COULD DETERIORATE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: PROLONGED USE OF DETERIORATED WHEEL BEARINGS AND HUB ASSEMBLIES RESULTS IN REAR END NOISE AND VIBRATION. THIS COULD ULTIMATLY CAUSE IMPAIRED HANDLING AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence:

Remedy: REPLACE BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT REAR HUB/HUB CARRIER ASSEMBLIES.

Campaign #85V003000·1985-02-12
critical
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

THERE MAY BE INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND SURROUNDING PANELS CAUSING ABRASION OF THE FUEL TANK SURFACE. CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: ABRASION COULD AFFECT THE INTEGRITY OF THE FUEL TANK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE AND A FIRE HAZARD.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence:

Remedy: INSTALL PROTECTIVE POLYURETHANE CUSHIONS BETWEEN BODY PANELS AND FUEL TANK.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$5,450
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $16,500

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

Efficiency Breakdown

City9 MPG
Highway15 MPG
Combined11 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

161.6 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 200 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 13.5 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.