1985 Dodge Omni

The CarCody take

The 1985 Dodge Omni is a gasoline compact car with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual transmission. It has a 2.2-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. EPA fuel economy is listed at 17 MPG city, 26 MPG highway and 20 MPG combined, with annual fuel cost of $4,100. Tailpipe CO2 is 444.35 grams per mile. The Omni's compact-car classification and front-wheel-drive layout are useful points for buyers comparing its basic configuration and running costs. The manual transmission is another defining part of this model. Its highway figure is higher than its city figure, while the combined value offers a single measure to consider alongside the annual cost. These ratings describe the 1985 Omni rather than other vehicles in the Dodge Omni family.

Who it suits. It may suit a buyer considering a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive and manual shifting. The EPA fuel economy and annual fuel cost are useful for assessing its running costs.

Overview

The 1985 Dodge Omni is a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive and a 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbo engine. Its listed base model pairs that engine with a five-speed manual transmission. The official EPA figures are 17 mpg in city driving, 26 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg combined.

Those figures give buyers a straightforward way to consider fuel use across different driving patterns. The city estimate is lower than the highway estimate, while the combined figure offers a single summary for mixed use. The EPA-listed annual fuel cost is $4,100 USD. Tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions are 444.35 grams per mile.

Key features

• Body and class: Car, classified by the EPA as a compact car.
• Powertrain: 2.2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine.
• Drive: Front-wheel drive.
• Transmission: Five-speed manual.
• EPA fuel economy: 17 city, 26 highway and 20 combined mpg.
• Tailpipe emissions: 444.35 g/mile of CO2.

Who it's for

The Omni’s published fuel economy and annual fuel-cost estimate can help shoppers compare expected gasoline use when considering a compact car. The separate city and highway ratings are useful for readers whose driving is concentrated in one setting; the combined rating provides a common point of reference for mixed driving. The manual transmission and front-wheel-drive layout are also defining parts of the listed configuration for buyers deciding whether it fits their preferences.

For fleet operators and businesses assessing vehicle costs, the EPA annual fuel-cost figure provides a stated benchmark, while actual costs depend on individual use and fuel expenses. The available facts do not specify equipment, passenger or cargo capacity, safety features, reliability, or current vehicle condition, so those considerations require information beyond this review.

Pros and cons

Pros

• EPA city, highway and combined fuel-economy figures are available for comparison.
• The listed configuration clearly identifies gasoline power, front-wheel drive and a five-speed manual transmission.
• An EPA annual fuel-cost estimate and tailpipe CO2 figure are provided.

Cons

• The combined EPA rating is 20 mpg, with a 17 mpg city estimate.
• The listed figures describe fuel economy and emissions, but do not establish ownership costs beyond the annual fuel-cost estimate.
• No pricing or additional equipment details are provided here.

Alternatives

For a broader view of the make, browse the Dodge cars list. The supplied alternatives are 2027 models, so they represent a different model year rather than direct same-year comparisons. They include the 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 305/35ZR20, 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 325/35ZR20 Rear, and 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 325/35ZR20 Rear A/S. Other listed choices include the 2027 Dodge Durango AWD and 2027 Dodge Durango RWD.

Verdict

The 1985 Dodge Omni’s available EPA profile is concise: a compact, front-wheel-drive gasoline car with a turbocharged 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine, five-speed manual transmission and 20 mpg combined. Its $4,100 USD EPA annual fuel-cost estimate and 444.35 g/mile tailpipe CO2 figure add useful operating and emissions context. These facts support comparison of fuel economy, but they do not provide a complete picture of purchase price, equipment or broader ownership costs.