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1989 Mazda MPV

US · Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD

The 1989 Mazda MPV 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD, AWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement2.6 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.

  • 15V674000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this…

    Reported October 19, 2015. View on NHTSA

  • 95V103005: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

    THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

    Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING…

    Reported May 24, 1995. View on NHTSA

  • 91V161000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM

    WHEN APPLYING THE FOOT (SERVICE) BRAKE IN THE LOW VEHICLE SPEED CONDITION, THE BRAKING POWER PRODUCED MAY BE MORE THAN EXPECTED.

    Remedy: REPLACE BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY WITH IMPROVED ASSEMBLY.

    Reported September 11, 1991. View on NHTSA

  • 91V013000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EXPOSED TO TEMPERATURES BELOW 5 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT (-15 DEGREES C), THE NEUTRAL DETERGENT USED AS AN ASSEMBLY LUBRICANT MAY STICK TO THE CHECK VALVE, PREVENTING VALVE FROM FUNCTIONING.

    Remedy: REPLACE VACUUM HOSE ASSEMBLY.

    Reported January 22, 1991. View on NHTSA

  • 89V194000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

    THE CENTER SAFETY BELT ATTACHMENT HARDWARE BRACKETS FOR THE THIRD SEAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE SPECIFIED TENSILE LOAD.

    Remedy: REPLACE SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES WITH BRACKETS.

    Reported November 7, 1989. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 21, 2026

Data verified: October 22, 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

  • Varies by configuration: 2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
    19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1989 Mazda MPV have?

Varies by configuration: 2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1989 Mazda MPV?

Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1989 Mazda MPV front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 1989 Mazda MPV?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.