1988 Nissan 200SX XE Hatchback 5MT
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- Photo: 1984 Nissan 200SX Turbo (S12), front right by TKOIII, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan 200SX -- 04-22-2010 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: - Flickr - Moto@Club4AG (47) by Motohide Miwa from USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan 200SX (6086003296) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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 Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $12,424 ($34,132 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | CA20E 2.0L SOHC 8-valve I4, multiport EFI |
| Horsepower | 102 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 116 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 8-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.5 x 88.0 mm |
| Injection Type | Multiport fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 50 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,679 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Headroom Rear | 34 in |
| Legroom Front | 45 in |
| Legroom Rear | 24 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Nissan 200SX XE Hatchback 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
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
| Fuel System | 5 |
| Gasoline | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
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.