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1985 Mazda GLC Deluxe Hatchback

The 1985 Mazda GLC Deluxe Hatchback is a 68-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $6,275 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 68 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 82 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The GLC measures 159.0 inches long on a 93.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,889 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$6,275 ($18,953 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.5L SOHC 8-valve I4
Displacement1.5 L
Horsepower68 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque82 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Injection Type2-barrel carburetor
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City26 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Dimensions & Weight
Length159 in
Width64 in
Height54 in
Wheelbase93.1 in
Curb Weight1,889 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear34 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1985 Mazda GLC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 27, 2007 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INADEQUATELY TESTED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LEAK.

Consequence: A LEAKING FUEL PUMP COULD CREATE A VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD.

Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.

NHTSA campaign 07E064000

1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1985 Mazda GLC

Owner Complaints

1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1985 Mazda GLC (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 3, 2001 · Engine And Engine Cooling Fire
“THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER UP FRONT OF THE MOTOR WAS SEEN BY JOE AT PINE VALLEY AUTO REPAIR ON 2/24/2001 PHONE NUMBER IS 619 445-9336 WHEN HE SAID HE WOULD NOT HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO FIX THE EXHAUST LEAK…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1985 MAZDA GLC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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