1987 Chevrolet Spectrum
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1987 Chevrolet Spectrum 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) | |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
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
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
88V046000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THE POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION VALVE MAY PROVIDE INADEQUATE AIR FLOW UNDER LOW ENGINE LOAD CONDITIONS.
Remedy: THE PCV VALVE WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW VALVE.
Reported March 29, 1988. View on NHTSA
88V036000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
PERFORATION OF THE FUEL TANK OR THE ATTACHED FUEL FEED PIPE DUE TO CORROSION OF THE TANK OR FUEL FEED PIPE MATERIALS.
Remedy: THE FUEL TANK WILL BE REPLACED ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES.
Reported March 23, 1988. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · 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 Chevrolet Spectrum
Gasoline
1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) - 1988 Chevrolet Spectrum
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)) · FWD
33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1987 Chevrolet Spectrum have?
Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Chevrolet Spectrum?
Combined fuel economy is 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1987 Chevrolet Spectrum front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1987 Chevrolet Spectrum?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.