Oldsmobile 88 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Oldsmobile 88 model year from 1984 to 1988 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the 88 has been offered with 3.8L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 1985 (up to 21 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Oldsmobile 88 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 20 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1987 | 19 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1986 | 19–20 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1985 | 17–21 MPG | 5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1984 | 16–21 MPG | 5.7L 8-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
1988 Oldsmobile 88: engines & MPG
The 1988 88 was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta 88 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
1987 Oldsmobile 88: engines & MPG
The 1987 88 was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta 88 Royale | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
1986 Oldsmobile 88: engines & MPG
The 1986 88 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta 88 Royale | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 20 MPG |
| Delta 88 Royale | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
1985 Oldsmobile 88: engines & MPG
The 1985 88 was EPA-rated in 5 versions (5.7L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta 88 Royale | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Delta 88 Royale | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Diesel | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Delta 88 Royale | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Delta 88 Royale | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Delta 88 Royale | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
1984 Oldsmobile 88: engines & MPG
The 1984 88 was EPA-rated in 6 versions (5.7L 8-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta 88 | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Delta 88 | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Diesel | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Delta 88 | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Delta 88 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Delta 88 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Delta 88 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 21 | 16 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does an Oldsmobile 88 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the 88 range from 19 to 21 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 1985 model year.
What engines does the 1988 Oldsmobile 88 have?
The 1988 88 was EPA-rated with 3.8L 6-cyl engines — see the 1988 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Oldsmobile 88 require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline or diesel.
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