1987 Buick Skyhawk

US · Compact Cars

The 1987 Buick Skyhawk is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (122) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.0L 4-cylinder (122) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)

Combined Economy

21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Automatic, Manual

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (122) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
Displacement	2.0 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	3 to 5
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
Highway	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.

06E043000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS…
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Reported May 19, 2006. View on NHTSA
87V184000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
THE FUEL FEED AND/OR RETURN HOSE/PIPE ASSEMBLIES COULD CRACK OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE UNDERHOOD AREA.
Remedy: REPLACE BOTH FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSE/PIPE ASSEMBLIES.
Reported December 1, 1987. View on NHTSA
86V128000: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL
PARKING BRAKE LEVER MECHANISMS MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE WHEN APPLIED AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 105. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: VEHICLE COULD UNEXPECTEDLY ROLL AWAY UNCONTROLLED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: REPLACE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY.
Reported September 15, 1986. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 22, 2026

Data verified: October 23, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1986 Buick Skyhawk
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
1988 Buick Skyhawk
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((121) (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1987 Buick Skyhawk have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((122) (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Buick Skyhawk?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1987 Buick Skyhawk front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1987 Buick Skyhawk?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.