AVOIR

1988 Mercury Topaz

Ownership intelligence · Compact Cars · Regular Gasoline
75
Good
Consider
AVOIR Score out of 100
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Category Scores

Reliability 89
Longevity 82
Maintenance 89
Depreciation 60
Performance 48
Efficiency 45

Reliability & Ownership FAQ

Is the 1988 Mercury Topaz reliable?

AVOIR rates the 1988 Mercury Topaz's reliability 89/100 — excellent — from NHTSA recall counts, complaint density, and multi-year defect trends. Its overall AVOIR ownership score is 75/100 (Good).

How long will a 1988 Mercury Topaz last?

AVOIR scores the 1988 Mercury Topaz's longevity 82/100 (excellent), estimated from high-mileage survival data and resale-panel evidence of how far these vehicles actually run.

What does it cost to own a 1988 Mercury Topaz?

AVOIR scores the 1988 Mercury Topaz on maintenance 89/100 and depreciation 60/100 — higher is better (lower real cost) — plus fuel, insurance and resale in the full breakdown above.

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