1988 Merkur XR4Ti Base 5MT
The 1988 Merkur XR4Ti Base 5MT is a 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a manual 5-speed and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $19,918 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The XR4Ti measures 178.0 inches long on a 102.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,919 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $19,918 ($54,720 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Ford Lima turbo I4 |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.0 x 79.4 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Manual 5-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15-in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 15-in. aluminum alloy |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,919 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 40 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars