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1986 Mitsubishi Cordia

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1986 Mitsubishi Cordia 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement1.8 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Manual, Automatic
Gears3 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
City19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Highway24 mpg (9.8 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

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 8, 2026.

  • 95V103004: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

    THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

    Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING…

    Reported May 24, 1995. 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

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((CALIF) (FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1986 Mitsubishi Cordia have?

Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Mitsubishi Cordia?

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 Mitsubishi Cordia front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1986 Mitsubishi Cordia?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.