Merkur XR4Ti First generation

Merkur XR4Ti First generation
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The Merkur XR4Ti First generation (1985–1989): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 2 versions in the United States.

Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,530 mm
Width–1,727 mm
Height–1,392 mm
Wheelbase–2,610 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,120–1,339 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)481–510 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,549 L EPA–
Fuel tank–60 L

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, pl), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

24 complaints for model years 1985–1989. 3 fires

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 2 versions of the Merkur XR4Ti First generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1985–1989(FFS,TRBO)2.3 LPetrol3-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km
1985–1989(FFS,TRBO)2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA276–291 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.