1986 Mazda 626
US · Compact Cars
The 1986 Mazda 626 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
90V118000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
IGNITION SWITCH TERMINAL MAY MALFUNCTION.
Remedy: REPLACE IGNITION SWITCHES.
Reported June 14, 1990. View on NHTSA
86V042000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
THE THROTTLE ANGLE SENSOR ON THE CARBURETOR MAY CONTAIN A NYLON ROTOR WHICH HAS NOT BEEN HEAT TREATED. ROTORS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN HEAT TREATED CONTRACT IN THE PRESENCE OF HEAT CAUSING THE THROTTLE MECHANISM TO STICK. CONSEQUENCE OF…
Remedy: REPLACE THROTTLE ANGLE SENSOR ASSEMBLIES WITH NEW HEAT TREATED ROTORS WITH LARGER INSIDE DIAMETERS.
Reported March 11, 1986. 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
- 1985 Mazda 626
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) - 1987 Mazda 626
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)) · FWD
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1986 Mazda 626 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Mazda 626?
Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1986 Mazda 626 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1986 Mazda 626?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.