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1987 Mazda 323 Deluxe Hatchback

All Mazda 323 BF trims (1986–1989) → All Mazda 323 generations →
1987 Mazda 323 – front
Photo: 1987 Mazda 323 Formule 4 1.6i Turbo 4WD front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the BF (BF, 1986–1989); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1987 Mazda 323 Formule 4 1.6i Turbo 4WD front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1989 Mazda 323 sedan 1.3 LX Finish Automatic (15909815039) by Rutger van der Maar from Leiden, The Netherlands, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1989 Mazda 323 sedan 1.3 LX Finish Automatic (15909806109) by Rutger van der Maar from Leiden, The Netherlands, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Mazda 323 (15330117900) by Charlie from United Kingdom, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1988 Mazda 323 sedan 1.3 Envoy rear by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1987 Mazda 323 Deluxe Hatchback is an 82-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $7,958 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

It makes 82 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 92 lb-ft of torque at 2500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The 323 measures 161.0 inches long on a 94.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,106 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$7,958 ($22,767 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.6L SOHC 8-valve I4
Displacement1.6 L
Horsepower82 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque92 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Injection TypeFuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Dimensions & Weight
Length161 in
Width64 in
Height54 in
Wheelbase94.4 in
Curb Weight2,106 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear34 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Mazda 323.

8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Mazda 323

Owner Complaints

8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Mazda 323 (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling5
Hydraulic1
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Visibility1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Apr 25, 2002 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED/ ANY TIME. VEHICLE AT REPAIR SHOP AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL COMMENTS.*AK”
May 22, 2001 · Power Train
“TRANSMISSION IS OPERATING POORLY, IT IS STARTING TO SLIP. CONTACTED DEALER.*AK”
Nov 6, 1999 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“CONSUMER VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION AND RAN INTO THE CAR AHEAD OR HER. *ET”
Apr 1, 1997 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“ANTILOCK BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON.”
Dec 18, 1995 · Visibility
“WINDSHIELD ARM BOLT FAILS IMMEDIATELY. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT”

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 1987 MAZDA 323. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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