1986 Jeep Comanche
US · Pickup · Standard Pickup Trucks
The 1986 Jeep Comanche is listed in the US market as a pickup. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (DSL,TRBO) (MPFI) (NO-CAT), 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS) (SPFI), 2.8L 6-cylinder, 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline
- Economy
- 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (DSL,TRBO) (MPFI) (NO-CAT), 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS) (SPFI), 2.8L 6-cylinder, 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT) | |
| Displacement | 2.1 L to 2.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 17 mpg (13.8 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
14 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Comanche 2WD · 2.1L · RWD · 5-speed manual · Diesel
- Comanche 2WD · 2.5L · RWD · 3-speed automatic
- Comanche 2WD · 2.5L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- Comanche 2WD · 2.5L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- Comanche 2WD · 2.5L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Comanche 2WD · 2.8L · RWD · 3-speed automatic
- Comanche 2WD · 2.8L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Comanche 4WD · 2.1L · AWD · 5-speed manual · Diesel
- Comanche 4WD · 2.5L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
- Comanche 4WD · 2.5L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- Comanche 4WD · 2.5L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- Comanche 4WD · 2.5L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Comanche 4WD · 2.8L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
- Comanche 4WD · 2.8L · AWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
88V106000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC
BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM RESERVOIR CANISTERS MAY DEVELOP LEAKS DUE TO BUMPER IMPACT.
Remedy: REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM CANNISTERS WITH NEW TYPE CANNISTERS; ALSO, INSTALL A RESTRICTION ORIFICE TO ENSURE SUFFICIENT VACUUM IN EVENT CANNISTER LEAKAGE OCCURS.
Reported July 1, 1988. View on NHTSA
86V159000: STEERING:LINKAGES
STEERING LINKAGE COUPLERS REMAINED IN ACID ETCHING BATH TOO LONG. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: COUPLERS COULD BE OUT OF TOLERANCE RESULTING IN STEERING WHEEL MISALIGNMENT WITH EVENTUAL LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Remedy: REPLACE OUT OF TOLERANCE STEERING LINKAGE COUPLERS.
Reported December 9, 1986. View on NHTSA
86V147000: PARKING BRAKE
PARK BRAKE ASSEMBLY PAWL MAY BE IMPROPERLY HARDENED. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: PAWL COULD YIELD UNDER LOAD RESULTING IN LOSS OF PARKING BRAKES.
Remedy: REPLACE PARK BRAKE ASSEMBLIES.
Reported November 14, 1986. View on NHTSA
86V146000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
ACCELERATOR CABLE BUSHING COULD DISCONNECT FROM THE ACCELERATOR LEVER ASSEMBLY. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF ENGINE CONTROL WITH ENGINE RETURNING TO IDLE.
Remedy: REPLACE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BRACKET AND LEVER ASSEMBLIES.
Reported November 7, 1986. View on NHTSA
86V031000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GROSS WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE PRESSURES INFORMATION ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL ARE INCORRECT, THESE DO NOT COMPLY TO FEDERAL REGULATION PART 567. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS INFORMATION IS NECESSARY SO THAT THE TRUCK OWNER IS INFORMED OF ITS…
Remedy: REPLACEMENT LABELS WITH CORRECT INFORMATION WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS.
Reported February 25, 1986. View on NHTSA
85V139000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
JEEPS MAY HAVE AN IMPROPERLY CONNECTED FUEL LINE FITTING WHICH COULD BECOME DISCONNECTED AND CAUSE GASOLINE TO BE SPILLED. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE FUEL LINE BECOMES DISCONNECTED, SPILLS GASOLINE AND AN IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY OCCUR.
Remedy: RECONNECT FUEL LINE FITTING, AS REQUIRED.
Reported October 29, 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1986 Jeep Comanche have?
Varies by configuration: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (MPFI) (NO-CAT)), 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (SPFI)), 2.8L 6-cylinder, 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Jeep Comanche?
Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1986 Jeep Comanche front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1986 Jeep Comanche?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.