1985 Mercury Capri
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1985 Mercury Capri 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 3.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.3 L to 5.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
8 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 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
92V063000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
THE PLASTIC SLEEVE IN THE FRONT SAFETY BELT TONGUE ASSEMBLY WHICH RETAINS THE LOCK BAR CAN DETERIORATE FROM PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO SUNLIGHT AND BECOME DISPLACED, CAUSING THE TONGUE TO DETACH FROM THE SAFETY BELT WEBBING.
Remedy: FORD WILL REPAIR THE SAFETY BELTS EXPERIENCING THIS CONDITION REGARDLESS OF VEHICLE AGE OR CONDITION.
Reported April 29, 1992. View on NHTSA
85V068000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
BRAKE BOOSTER REAR SHELLS MAY HAVE REDUCED WALL THICKNESSES WHICH COULD CAUSE THE SHELL TO BREAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: REPEATED BRAKE USE COULD CAUSE THE SHELL TO CRACK AND THE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY TO COME APART. SERVICE BRAKES CAPABILITY WOULD BE TOTALLY LOST WITHOUT…
Remedy: INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY.
Reported May 21, 1985. 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 Mercury Capri
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 1984 Mercury Capri
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 5.0L 8-cylinder, 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 5.0L 8-cylinder (CA model), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS) CA model)
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1985 Mercury Capri have?
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 3.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1985 Mercury Capri?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1985 Mercury Capri front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1985 Mercury Capri?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.