1986 Buick Skyhawk Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1986 Buick Skyhawk (20–27 MPG combined) across 10 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Compact Cars, Small Station Wagons
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 1.8 L; 4-cyl, 2.0 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 20–27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,500–$4,100
- Configurations
- 10
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 1.8 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 18–19 | 24–26 | 20–21 | $3,900–$4,100 | — |
| 4-cyl 1.8 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 21–23 | 28–34 | 24–27 | $2,500–$2,800 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 20–22 | 26–29 | 22–25 | $2,700–$3,050 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyhawk | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Skyhawk | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Skyhawk | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Skyhawk | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 4-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 |
| Skyhawk | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 4-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Skyhawk | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 34 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Skyhawk Wagon | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Skyhawk Wagon | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Skyhawk Wagon | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 4-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Skyhawk Wagon | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 34 | 27 | $2,500 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1986 Buick Skyhawk?
According to EPA data, the 1986 Buick Skyhawk is rated at 20–27 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1986 Buick Skyhawk have?
The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 1986 Buick Skyhawk use?
It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1986 Buick Skyhawk?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,500 to $4,100.