Model year guide

1985 Mazda rx-7

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1985 Mazda rx-7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1985 Mazda rx-7 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1985 Mazda rx-7 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined17 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1985 Mazda rx-7 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1985 Mazda rx-7.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 9 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1985 Mazda rx-7 MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,950
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1985 Mazda rx-7 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,750
Fuel only$19,750
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
170.1 in
Width
65.7 in
Height
49.6 in
Wheelbase
95.3 in
Curb weight
2,291–2,511 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1985 Mazda rx-7 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

1985 Mazda rx-7 trims & engines on record

Engines
1.1L 91 hp

1985 Mazda rx-7 vehicles on record

Other Mazda rx-7 model years

1985 Mazda rx-7 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1985 Mazda rx-7 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1985 Mazda rx-7. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What gas mileage does the 1985 Mazda rx-7 get?

The 1985 Mazda rx-7 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 17 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.