Model year guide

1988 Mazda RX-7

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1988 Mazda RX-7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1988 Mazda RX-7 — representative photo
Representative photo

1988 Mazda RX-7 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined17–18 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1988 Mazda RX-7 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1988 Mazda RX-7.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1988 Mazda RX-7 MPG & running costs

Combined17–18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,867
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,333 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1988 Mazda RX-7 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,335
Fuel only$19,335
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
168.9 in
Width
66.5 in
Height
50.0 in
Wheelbase
95.7 in
Curb weight
2,701–3,034 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1988 Mazda RX-7 — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

1988 Mazda RX-7 vehicles on record

1988 Mazda RX-7 1988 Mazda RX-7JMZFC132200100537

Other Mazda RX-7 model years

1993 1992 1989 1986 1985

1988 Mazda RX-7 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1988 Mazda RX-7 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1988 Mazda RX-7. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 1988 Mazda RX-7 get?

The 1988 Mazda RX-7 has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–18 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.