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1985 Mercury Capri RS Auto

The 1985 Mercury Capri RS Auto is a 165-hp 5.0-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $10,971 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 165 horsepower at 3,800 rpm and 245 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Capri measures 179.0 inches long on a 100.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,073 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$10,971 ($33,137 *)
Engine
Engine Type5.0L HO V8, CFI, naturally aspirated
Displacement5 L
Horsepower165 hp @ 3,800 rpm
Torque245 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
ValvetrainOHV
Injection TypeCentral fuel injection (CFI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in alloy
Wheels Rear15 in alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Length179 in
Width69 in
Height51 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Cargo Volume15 ft³
Curb Weight3,073 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear35 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear35 in
Shoulder Room Front55 in
Shoulder Room Rear54 in
Hip Room Front55 in
Hip Room Rear55 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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