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Pontiac Wave MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
2 model years · 2005–2006
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Pontiac Wave fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Pontiac Wave for 2 model years, 2005 to 2006. Across those years its combined rating runs 25–27 MPG. The latest model year, 2006, has 2 configurations rated 25–26 MPG combined and costing $2,510–$2,610 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2005 is the 2005 Wave 1.6L 4-cyl FWD, at 27 MPG.
Pontiac Wave MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|
| 2005-2006 Generation page | ||
| 2006 | 25–26 | $2,510–$2,610 |
| 2005 | 26–27 | $2,420–$2,510 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Pontiac Wave generations
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Pontiac Wave's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Pontiac Wave run 25–27 MPG across model years 2005 to 2006. The latest year, 2006, is rated 25–26 MPG.
Which Pontiac Wave model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2005 Pontiac Wave Wave 1.6L 4-cyl FWD has the highest combined rating since 2005, at 27 MPG.
How much does a Pontiac Wave cost to fuel per year?
For MY2006, EPA-rated configurations cost $2,510–$2,610 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $2,510.
Has the Pontiac Wave's fuel economy improved over time?
No. The most efficient configuration moved from 27 MPG in 2005 to 26 MPG in 2006, 1 MPG less.