1991 Mazda RX-7
US · Two Seaters
The 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 1.3L 2-cylinder (FFS) (ROTARY), 1.3L 2-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) (ROTARY)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.3L 2-cylinder (FFS) (ROTARY), 1.3L 2-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) (ROTARY) | |
| Displacement | 1.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 2 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
96V173000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
THE RAIL OF THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT CAN WEAR SUFFICIENTLY SUCH THAT THE CABLE WHICH RETRACTS THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WILL BECOME JAMMED IN THE RAIL RENDERING THE SHOULDER BELT INOPERATIVE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE INOPERATIVE SHOULDER BELTS. MAZDA HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT RAIL AND MOTOR FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE.
Reported September 16, 1996. 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 21, 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
- 1990 Mazda RX-7
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.3L 2-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.3L 2-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)) · RWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) - 1992 Mazda RX-7
Gasoline
1.3L 2-cylinder ((FFS) (ROTARY)) · RWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1991 Mazda RX-7 have?
Varies by configuration: 1.3L 2-cylinder ((FFS) (ROTARY)), 1.3L 2-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) (ROTARY)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Mazda RX-7?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1991 Mazda RX-7 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1991 Mazda RX-7?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.