1991 Mercury Capri
US · Minicompact Cars
The 1991 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
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
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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 7, 2026.
92V080000: AIR BAGS
THE AIR BAG MODULES DO NOT MEET THE FORD SPECIFICATIONS FOR HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE PERFORMANCE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE AIR BAG MODULES WITH MODULES THAT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.
Reported June 2, 1992. View on NHTSA
91V009000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
THE RUBBER TUBE THAT CONNECTS THE TRANSMISSION TO THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (IN THE RADIATOR) MAY DISCONNECT CAUSING DISCHARGE OF FLUID.
Remedy: INSTALL REVISED LINE AND CLAMPS TO IMPROVE LINE RETENTION TO THE TRANSMISSION.
Reported January 8, 1991. 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
- 1992 Mercury Capri
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)) · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1991 Mercury Capri have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Mercury Capri?
Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1991 Mercury Capri front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1991 Mercury Capri?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.