product.specifications
specs.engine_size2.3 L
specs.fuel_typeRegular
specs.transmission3 speed automatic
specs.drivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
specs.combined_mpg24 MPG
product.comparison_title
| Mercury Topaz product.this_vehicle |  Hyundai Kona FWD |  Toyota Corolla Cross |  GMC Yukon XL 4WD |  GMC Yukon 2WD |  Buick Encore GX AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| product.price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| specs.engine_capacity | 2.3 L | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| specs.fuel_type | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| specs.transmission | 3 speed automatic | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| specs.body_type | Sedan | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
product.about
The 1988 Mercury Topaz is a certified compact car offering a practical sedan body style with a 4-door configuration. It features a 2.3L naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive, delivering a combined 24 MPG.
product.pros
- Certified safety status
- No recalls on record
- No complaints on record
- Good highway MPG
product.cons
- Below-average city MPG
- Older throttle body injection
product.complaints_section
product.no_complaints
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product.no_discussion
product.status_history
status.uncertain→status.certified27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 0 data points. v3 scoring.