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1985 Mazda GLC

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1985 Mazda GLC 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (FFS) CA model), 1.5L 4-cylinder
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: FWD, RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.5L 4-cylinder
Combined Economy
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD, RWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.5L 4-cylinder
Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears3 to 5
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: FWD, RWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)
City19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)
Highway21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

Trims and configurations

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

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.

  • 07E064000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INADEQUATELY TESTED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LEAK.

    Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.

    Reported August 27, 2007. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 24, 2026

Data verified: October 24, 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 Mazda GLC

    Wagon, Gasoline

    1.5L 4-cylinder · RWD
    24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.5L 4-cylinder, 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model)
    30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1985 Mazda GLC have?

Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.5L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1985 Mazda GLC?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1985 Mazda GLC front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1985 Mazda GLC?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.