1987 Chevrolet Caprice

The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is listed in 6 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 4.3 L 6-cyl, 5.0 L 8-cyl and 5.7 L 8-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 15 to 19 MPG (best: 12.4 L/100 km).

Model year1987
Versions6
ClassLarge Cars, Midsize-Large Station Wagons
DriveRear-Wheel Drive

Engines, transmissions & fuel economy

VersionPowertrainTransmissionDriveFuelMPG city / hwy / combL/100 km (comb)CO2 g/miClass
Caprice4.3 L 6-cylAutomatic 3-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular16 / 22 / 1813.1494Large Cars
Caprice4.3 L 6-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular16 / 24 / 1912.4468Large Cars
Caprice5.0 L 8-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular15 / 22 / 1713.8523Large Cars
Caprice5.0 L 8-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular16 / 23 / 1813.1494Large Cars
Caprice5.7 L 8-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular13 / 19 / 1515.7592Large Cars
Caprice Wagon5.0 L 8-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular15 / 22 / 1713.8523Midsize-Large Station Wagons

Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.

Safety recalls

Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice.

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