MPGTerminal
24/100
1991Midsize CarsPremium

1991 Rolls-Royce Turbo R

EPA ID: 8003
9
City MPG
10
Combined MPG
10MPG· Below Avg
12
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1991 Rolls-Royce Turbo R achieves an EPA-estimated 10 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 9 MPG in the city and 12 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 6.8L 8-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic 3-spd, this midsize cars features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1991 Turbo R produces approximately 889 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 Turbo R has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $6,900, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $23,750 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 ClassMidsize Cars
Fuel TypePremium
Engine6.8L 8-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions889 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score-1/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$6,900
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $23,750

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

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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
10.1
Impact vs EPA
$-73
/ year
💨

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
$998/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
$22,400
37.4%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$26,250
43.8%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$10,840
18.1%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.7%
Total 5-Year Cost$59,890

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$6,900
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $23,750

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

Efficiency Breakdown

City9 MPG
Highway12 MPG
Combined10 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

177.7 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 220 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 14.8 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.