Even with 40 years of tech, few gas cars can beat these numbers. A 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid gets around 50 mpg combined—impressive, but the '86 CRX was doing that during the era of hair metal and neon windbreakers.
Honda didn't just build an economy box; they built a "pocket rocket." It proved that you didn't have to choose between a fun driving experience and saving money at the pump. 1986 honda crx mpg
Its "kammback" tail reduced drag significantly. Reliability: Many are still on the road with 300k+ miles. Culture: It became a hero for the "hypermiling" community. 📉 CRX vs. Modern Cars Even with 40 years of tech, few gas