1987 Porsche 928
US · Minicompact Cars
The 1987 Porsche 928 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- 5.0L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER) (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.0L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER) (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 5.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 8 | |
| 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 | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
2 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.
89V106000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
INADEQUATE HEAT SHIELD ABOVE CATALYTIC CONVERTER COULD OVERHEAT.
Remedy: REPLACE HEAT SHIELD FOR CATALYTIC CONVERTER WITH A LARGER, IMPROVED HEAT SHIELD.
Reported June 28, 1989. View on NHTSA
87V031000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
RETURN FUEL LINE HOSE MAY NOT BE OZONE RESISTANT.
Remedy: INSTALL A NEW HOSE WHICH IS OZONE RESISTANT.
Reported March 12, 1987. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 23, 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 Porsche 928
Gasoline
5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) - 1988 Porsche 928
Gasoline
5.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)) · RWD
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1987 Porsche 928 have?
5.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Porsche 928?
Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1987 Porsche 928 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1987 Porsche 928?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.