Ford Bronco II 4WD
16.5 MPG The 1990 Ford Bronco II 4WD is EPA-rated at 16.5 MPG combined (15 city / 19.5 highway). Over 15,000 miles a year that is about 909 gallons, $2909 a year in fuel, or $0.194 per mile at $3.20/gal.
Across its full 1984–1990 run it averages 17.2 MPG, essentially flat across 7 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 | $0.152 | $1515 | $2273 | $3030 |
| $3.00/gal | $0.182 | $1818 | $2727 | $3636 |
| $3.20/gal | $0.194 | $1939 | $2909 | $3879 |
| $3.50/gal | $0.212 | $2121 | $3182 | $4242 |
| $4.00/gal | $0.242 | $2424 | $3636 | $4848 |
| $4.50/gal | $0.273 | $2727 | $4091 | $5455 |
| $5.00/gal | $0.303 | $3030 | $4545 | $6061 |
Every model year
| Year | Combined | City | Highway | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 16.5 MPG | 15 | 19.5 | $3775 | 539 | 2 |
| 1989 | 16.5 MPG | 15 | 19.5 | $3775 | 539 | 2 |
| 1988 | 17.5 MPG | 15.5 | 20.5 | $3550 | 508 | 2 |
| 1987 | 17.5 MPG | 15.5 | 20 | $3550 | 508 | 2 |
| 1986 | 17.5 MPG | 15.5 | 20 | $3550 | 508 | 2 |
| 1985 | 18.4 MPG | 16.6 | 21 | $3610 | 507 | 5 |
| 1984 | 16.5 MPG | 14.8 | 18.8 | $3792 | 542 | 6 |
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 43 special purpose vehicles models tracked here, the Ford Bronco II 4WD ranks 27 on current figures, against a class average of 17.6 MPG.
Closest more-efficient alternatives in the same class: Chevrolet T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD (17), GMC T15 (S15) Jimmy 4WD (17), Honda Passport 2WD (17), Mercury Villager FWD Wagon (17), Isuzu Amigo 2WD (17.5).
Tailpipe CO₂ is rated at 539 grams per mile, which works out to roughly 8.1 tonnes a year at 15,000 miles.
Questions
What MPG does the Ford Bronco II 4WD get?
The 1990 Ford Bronco II 4WD is rated at 16.5 MPG combined by the EPA — 15 city and 19.5 highway. Across all 7 model years in the database it averages 17.2 MPG, ranging from 14 to 25 depending on year and trim.
How much does a Ford Bronco II 4WD cost in fuel per year?
At 16.5 MPG and 15,000 miles a year, it burns about 909 gallons — roughly $2909 a year with fuel at $3.20 a gallon, or $0.194 per mile. The EPA's own published annual figure for the 1990 model is $3775.
Has the Ford Bronco II 4WD become more efficient over time?
Barely. It sits at 16.5 MPG today against 16.5 in 1984 — essentially flat across 7 model years, with efficiency gains offset by weight and power creep.
Is the Ford Bronco II 4WD efficient for its class?
It ranks 27 of 43 in the Special Purpose Vehicles class on current figures, against a class average of 17.6 MPG. That is 1.1 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.