dmkolb

I'm looking for some MPG info for turbo diesel Ford, Chevy, and Dodge 3/4 ton trucks. Looking for info on years around 87 to 95. I ask because next year I'd like to get a truck around these years and the MPG is going to be the main selling point when I ready to buy. Auto and manual info would be great. I'd rather have a 5 speed manual though. Anyone know of a website or websites that would have MPG mileage for the diesels? I have found it for gas engines but not the diesels. Any info is great appreciated.

glasseater

i have a '97 f350 PSD that gets roughly 14-15 mpg city (heavyyyyyy foot) and about 18 mpg highway (going like 75, a little faster than economical lol)
my combined is about 17 (mostly 40-45 mph)

dieselJon

I have a 93 4x4 3/4 ton 5spd that gets 16.5 mixed between 40% city and 60% highway. Towing drops down to 10 when towing about 10,000 pounds. If I take it easy, meaning no jack-rabbit starts to feel the power, I could get between 17-19 mpg. That is also with the fuel screw turned ALL the way in.

Auto will suck about 1-2 mpg. Cummins diesels didn't start in dodges till 89, but some have been made in 88.

I have the old style 1st Gen dodge. 94 is when they made they change to the 2nd Gen style. 1st gens are going up because the collector value. 2nd Gens are a little more pricey but they have a nicer ride and interior.

Nathan

I get right about 20 mpg with mine, look in my sig and you can see all that has been done to it. Go with a Dodge you wont regret it.

glasseater

oh and forgot to mention that towing a 12k ditch witch trailer it gets about 11-12 mpg and it's an auto