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2008-2010 Dodge Avenger MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 18–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2008-2010 Dodge Avenger at a glance
The 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger covers 3 model years in the EPA database (11 configurations in all), rated 18–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $2,720 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (24 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2009 and 2010.
2008-2010 Dodge Avenger by model year
What the 2010 Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$227
$2,720 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.53
Per 100 miles
$18.13
Five years
$13,600
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$390less a year
Class median $3,110 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Dodge Avenger MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,720.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Avenger 2.7L 6-cyl | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Avenger 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 27 | 20 | $3,270 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2009 Dodge Avenger MPG
20–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,270/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,720.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Avenger 2.7L 6-cyl | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Avenger 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 27 | 20 | $3,270 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2008 Dodge Avenger MPG
18–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,630/yr
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Avenger 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Avenger 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Avenger 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 26 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Avenger 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 24 | 18 | $3,630 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,700 in California and $2,370 in Texas, a $1,330 difference.
- California $3,700
- Washington $3,430
- New York $2,720
- Florida $2,570
- Texas $2,370
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 midsize car models.
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger get?
EPA rates the 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger at 18–24 MPG combined across 11 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 24 MPG (21 city, 30 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger?
Every model year of the 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger tops out at 24 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2009 and 2010.
How does the 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000 Dodge Avenger) is rated 20 MPG combined and costs $3,270 a year to fuel; the 2008-2010 model is rated 18–24 MPG and costs $2,720–$3,630 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Dodge Avenger per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,720 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,720–$3,270 a year. That is a $550 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Dodge Avenger 100 miles?
About $18.13 per 100 miles for the Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $18.13 and $21.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Dodge Avenger more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 21 city and 30 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2010 Dodge Avenger compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Avenger 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,720 a year to fuel, $390 less than the class median of $3,110, and less than 7 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 148 rated midsize car configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Dodge Avenger different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,720. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2010 against 3 configurations for 2009. See the 2009 Dodge Avenger for that year.