Buick Skyhawk

19841989 · 40 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
24
Best
27

The Buick Skyhawk has been tested by the EPA across 40 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1989. Over this period, the Skyhawk has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 27 MPG, with an overall average of 24 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233326MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300223326MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,200233427MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,300182521MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400223025MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150182922MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233326MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212824MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdPremium
$3,300192621MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,200233427MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdPremium
$3,150192722MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,450182320MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdPremium
$3,300192421MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233326MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182320MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG

Historical Efficiency

1989
26
1988
27
1987
26
1986
27
1985
26
1984
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Skyhawk) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Buick Skyhawk. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Buick Buick / Opel Skyhawk grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1
Total Deaths
1

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
100.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
0.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

100%
Front
0%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2015
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1989
1
1987
2
1986
1
1985
1
1984
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory