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1988 Nissan 200SX XE Hatchback 5MT

The 1988 Nissan 200SX XE Hatchback 5MT is a 102-hp inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $12,424 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 102 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 116 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The 200SX measures 175.0 inches long on a 95.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,679 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$12,424 ($34,132 *)
Engine
Engine TypeCA20E 2.0L SOHC 8-valve I4, multiport EFI
Horsepower102 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque116 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC 8-valve
Bore and Stroke84.5 x 88.0 mm
Injection TypeMultiport fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Dimensions & Weight
Length175 in
Width65 in
Height50 in
Wheelbase95.4 in
Curb Weight2,679 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear34 in
Legroom Front45 in
Legroom Rear24 in
Shoulder Room Rear52 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1988 Nissan 200SX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 1, 1995 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THE CAMPAIGN WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES OF AFFECTED VEHICLES WHICH COULD LEAK.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKS IN THE ENGINE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: NISSAN DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.

NHTSA campaign 95I006000

May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE.

NHTSA campaign 95V103002

8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Nissan 200SX

Owner Complaints

8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Nissan 200SX (4 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Fuel System5
Gasoline5
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Seat Belts1
Seats1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 4, 2003 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“FUEL LEAKED ONTO THE ENGINE THAT COULD HAV E CAUSED A POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE CHECKED, AND WAS INFORMED THAT FUEL INJECTERS WERE DEFECTIVE.*AK”
Jan 22, 2002 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“CONSUMER STATED THERE IS A FUEL SMELL COMING INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE VENTS, DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK *YH”
Jul 31, 2001 · Fuel System, Gasoline Fire
“THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BECAUSE A FUEL ODOR WAS PRESENT WHICH WAS COMING FROM THE FUEL INJECTORS, THE CONSUMER MADE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE VEHICLE REPAIRED BUT PRIOR TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE…”
Jun 11, 2001 · Seats
“VEHICLE WAS PARKED, CONSUMER SAT IN DRIVER SEAT, SEAT BOTTOM DETACHED FROM BOTTOM OF VEHICLE AND CONSUMER WAS THROWN BACKWARD. CONSUMER STATED LEFT FRONT ANCHOR BROKE, VEHICLE AT DEALER AT THIS TIME…”
Apr 27, 2001 · Fuel System, Gasoline Fire
“RECALL 95I00600; CONSUMER FOUND OUT ABOUT A RECALL. CALLED NISSAN DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS AFFECTED. CONSUMER WANTED TO GET THIS DONE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, BUT DEALER SAID COULD NOT DO…”

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 1988 NISSAN 200SX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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