1989 Ford Probe

US · Compact Cars

The 1989 Ford Probe 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)

Combined Economy

21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Automatic, Manual

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
Displacement	2.2 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
Highway	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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.

93E035000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:DRUM
THE GROOVE FOR THE REAR WHEEL BEARING RETAINER RING WAS INCORRECTLY MACHINED.
Remedy: MIDAS SHOPS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE DRUMS WITH OTHER BRAKE DRUMS FROM ANOTHER SUPPLIER.
Reported October 13, 1993. 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 Ford Probe
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1989 Ford Probe have?

Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1989 Ford Probe?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1989 Ford Probe front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1989 Ford Probe?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.