Chevrolet Caprice

19861993 · 28 configurations

Lowest
14
Average
17
Best
20

The Chevrolet Caprice has been tested by the EPA across 28 different configurations spanning model years 1986 through 1993. Over this period, the Caprice has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 14 MPG to 20 MPG, with an overall average of 17 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
1993
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1993
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152418MPG
1993
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152317MPG
1993
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000131915MPG
1992
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1992
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152418MPG
1992
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000131915MPG
1991
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152418MPG
1991
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000131915MPG
1990
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172420MPG
1990
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1990
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000131815MPG
1989
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172420MPG
1989
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1989
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000131915MPG
1988
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG
1988
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1988
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300121914MPG
1987
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1987
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1987
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1987
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300162318MPG
1987
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000131915MPG
1986
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1986
4.3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1986
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1986
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1986
5.7L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300121814MPG

Historical Efficiency

1993
19
1992
19
1991
18
1990
20
1989
20
1988
20
1987
19
1986
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Caprice) 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 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 Chevrolet Chevrolet Impala/Caprice (For SS from 2014 on, use 20-021.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
94
Total Deaths
61

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.6%
Fire Occurrence
1.1%
Speeding Involved
17.0%
DUI Involved
18.1%
Primary Impact Zone

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

84%
Front
12%
Side
4%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2022
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2019
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2018
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2017
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2016
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2015
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.88
2014
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.67

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

1992
2
1991
9
1990
1
1987
1
1986
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory