| Production | 1988–1994 |
|---|---|
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Engine | 2.3 L HSC I4 2.3 L HSO I4 3.0 L Vulcan V6 |
| Transmission | 5-speed MTX-III manual 5-speed MTX-IV manual 3-speed ATX/FLC automatic |
| Wheelbase | 99.9 in (2,537 mm) |
| Length | 177.0 in (4,496 mm) (sedan) 176.7 in (4,488 mm) (coupe) |
| Width | 68.3 in (1,735 mm) |
| Height | 52.9 in (1,344 mm) (sedan) 52.8 in (1,341 mm) (coupe) |
| Related | Ford Escort Ford EXP Ford Tempo |
The Topaz sedan received a major redesign in 1988, whereas the coupe was facelifted instead. Both cars had an improved interior, as well as an even more aerodynamic and upscale exterior. The sedan was differentiated from the 4-door Tempo by a more formal rear window, and the sedan and coupe had a waterfall grille, more upscale wheels, and solid red tail-lights. The interior featured the tachometer-equipped gauge cluster and a front center armrest standard. New this year were the sporty XR5 coupe and LTS "Luxury Touring Sedan" models. These came standard with the HSO engine and MTX-III transmission.
In 1992, the Mercury Topaz (and Ford Tempo) received a face-lift with a revamped exterior. The chrome grill was replaced again with a new light-bar (nonfunctional). The Vulcan V6 was now available, bringing with it an optional MTX-IV five-speed manual transmission on the XR5 and LTS models. However, these models didn't sell well but were still an available option.
The last Mercury Topaz rolled off the assembly line on May 20, 1994
The Topaz was replaced for 1995 by the European Ford Mondeo-based Mystique.
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