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1991 Mercury Tracer

US · Compact Cars

The 1991 Mercury Tracer 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement1.8 L to 1.9 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km)
City21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
Highway27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.

  • 94E019000: SUSPENSION:FRONT

    THE OFFSET TOE ADJUSTING PIN CAN FRACTURE UNDER CONDITIONS SUCH AS TORSIONAL LOADS, FLEXING MOTION, IMPACT LOADS, AND OVERTORQUING.

    Remedy: DANA WILL PAY FOR REPLACEMENT AND LABOR COSTS OF THE ADJUSTMENT PIN WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE INSTALLING FACILITY AND THE VEHICLE OWNER. THESE PINS SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A FORD ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PIN ASSEMBLY. OWNER OR INSTALLER INQUIRIES…

    Reported June 2, 1994. View on NHTSA

  • 93V057000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE

    THE ROLL PINS SECURING THE IGNITION LOCK IN THE STEERING COLUMN HOUSING CAN SEPARATE OR MOVE OUT OF POSITION.

    Remedy: IF ONE OR BOTH OF THE ROLL PINS ARE MISSING OR NOT FULLY INSERTED, THE IGNITION LOCK HOUSING WILL BE REPLACED, ALONG WITH THE DOOR-LOCKS AND THE LIFTGATE OR DECK-LID LOCKS SO THAT KEY COMPATIBILITY IS MAINTAINED. IF BOTH PINS ARE PRESENT…

    Reported April 15, 1993. View on NHTSA

  • 92V117000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    FATIGUE CRACKS CAN DEVELOP IN THE SOLDER JOINT BETWEEN THE FUEL RETURN TUBE AND THE FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT LOCATED AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK.

    Remedy: INSTALL A NEW FUEL PUMP SENDING ASSEMBLY.

    Reported August 19, 1992. 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

  • Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.9L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
    29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1991 Mercury Tracer have?

Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.9L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Mercury Tracer?

Combined fuel economy is 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1991 Mercury Tracer front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1991 Mercury Tracer?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.