Dodge Stealth
18.4 MPG The 1996 Dodge Stealth is EPA-rated at 18.4 MPG combined (16.4 city / 22.2 highway). Over 15,000 miles a year that is about 815 gallons, $2609 a year in fuel, or $0.174 per mile at $3.20/gal.
Across its full 1991–1996 run it averages 18.3 MPG, essentially flat across 6 model years.
Running cost at different fuel prices and mileages
The figure everyone actually wants, and the one the EPA does not publish — because it depends on a fuel price no agency will commit to.
| Fuel price | Per mile | 10,000 mi/yr | 15,000 mi/yr | 20,000 mi/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.50/gal | $0.136 | $1359 | $2038 | $2717 |
| $3.00/gal | $0.163 | $1630 | $2446 | $3261 |
| $3.20/gal | $0.174 | $1739 | $2609 | $3478 |
| $3.50/gal | $0.190 | $1902 | $2853 | $3804 |
| $4.00/gal | $0.217 | $2174 | $3261 | $4348 |
| $4.50/gal | $0.245 | $2446 | $3668 | $4891 |
| $5.00/gal | $0.272 | $2717 | $4076 | $5435 |
Every model year
| Year | Combined | City | Highway | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 18.4 MPG | 16.4 | 22.2 | $3880 | 483 | 5 |
| 1995 | 18.4 MPG | 16.4 | 22 | $3560 | 483 | 5 |
| 1994 | 18.4 MPG | 16.4 | 22 | $3560 | 483 | 5 |
| 1993 | 18.4 MPG | 16.2 | 22.2 | $3860 | 483 | 5 |
| 1992 | 18.2 MPG | 16.2 | 22 | $3910 | 489 | 5 |
| 1991 | 18.2 MPG | 16.2 | 22 | $3910 | 489 | 5 |
Where a model year offered several engines or drivetrains, the figure is the average across all EPA-tested trims that year — the trim count is shown so you can see how much averaging is involved.
How it compares in its class
Among the 229 subcompact cars models tracked here, the Dodge Stealth ranks 191 on current figures, against a class average of 24.2 MPG.
Closest more-efficient alternatives in the same class: Mazda RX-8 (18.5), Nissan 300ZX 2x2 (18.5), Chevrolet Camaro (18.8), Bentley Continental GTC (19), BMW 650i Coupe (19).
Tailpipe CO₂ is rated at 483 grams per mile, which works out to roughly 7.2 tonnes a year at 15,000 miles.
Questions
What MPG does the Dodge Stealth get?
The 1996 Dodge Stealth is rated at 18.4 MPG combined by the EPA — 16.4 city and 22.2 highway. Across all 6 model years in the database it averages 18.3 MPG, ranging from 18 to 19 depending on year and trim.
How much does a Dodge Stealth cost in fuel per year?
At 18.4 MPG and 15,000 miles a year, it burns about 815 gallons — roughly $2609 a year with fuel at $3.20 a gallon, or $0.174 per mile. The EPA's own published annual figure for the 1996 model is $3880.
Has the Dodge Stealth become more efficient over time?
Barely. It sits at 18.4 MPG today against 18.2 in 1991 — essentially flat across 6 model years, with efficiency gains offset by weight and power creep.
Is the Dodge Stealth efficient for its class?
It ranks 191 of 229 in the Subcompact Cars class on current figures, against a class average of 24.2 MPG. That is 5.8 worse than typical for the class.
EPA test figures from fueleconomy.gov. Cost per mile and annual fuel spend are computed at a reference price of $3.20 per gallon — use your own price. Estimates based on official test figures and average fuel prices. Real-world consumption varies with driving style, load, terrain and maintenance.