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2018 Toyota 86

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 86.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2018 Toyota 86 arrives as a passenger-car coupe equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission and returns an EPA-rated 24/32/27 mpg, framing the model's pure-sports-car intent with everyday efficiency. Reliability data across the 20172020 generation shows this model year at the favorable end of the spectrum, logging just a single owner complaint — centered on steering and wheels — alongside one recall, a stark contrast to the 10 complaints recorded for the 2019 model year. That low complaint count positions the 2018 86 as the most trouble-free iteration in its recent lineage, suggesting a well-sorted entry point for researchers tracking the model's durability trajectory.

Model year2020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/32/27 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 355 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZS1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 355 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTRLYOEM · verified
Tire size215/45R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.0-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZS1
Engine air filter17801YZZ03 alt SU00306405
Fuel filterSU00304166 alt SU00301105
Spark plugSU00304931
Front wiper bladesSU00309450 alt 8521212470
Serpentine beltSU00302202
ThermostatSU00304960 alt SU00311169
Cabin air filter8856837020

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length166.9 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height50.8 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Curb weight2758 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 32 / 27 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 86 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.2–7.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.20 sec — 2020 GT Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017Coupe 2.0L F-46.20 sec14.80 sec205 hpRWD
2017Coupe 2.0L F-46.40 sec14.90 sec205 hpRWD
2017860 Special Edition Coupe 2.0L F-46.80 sec15.20 sec205 hpRWD
2017Coupe 2.0L F-47.70 sec16.00 sec205 hpRWD
2020GT Coupe 2.0L F-46.20 sec14.80 sec205 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Coolant Capacity7.6-7.9

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.1 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.1 ft-lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s)13.0 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)13.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)18.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub140.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota
Spark Plug Gap.028
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity0.75-0.97 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity.75-.97 lbs.
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum51.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum73.0 psi
RPM51.0-73.0 @ Idle rpm
Residual Pressure21.0.
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum51.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum73.0 psi
RPM51.0-73.0 @ Idle rpm
Residual Pressure21.0

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque19
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 59; Rear: 49
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque19
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 59; Rear: 49
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .866; Rear: .335
Maximum Rotor RunoutMeasure the disc runout at 10mm
Maximum Drum DiameterParking Brake: 7.519
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 8.66; Rear: .335

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 8 stages
121.4 ft. lbs.21.4 ft. lbs
273.8 ft. lbs.73.8 ft. lbs
3Loosen in reverse order of installation 180 degrees180 degrees
4Loosen in reverse order of installation 180 degrees180 degrees
531 ft. lbs.31 ft. lbs
6Turn 78-82 degrees78–82 degrees
7Bolts 1-273–77 degrees
8In order28–32 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 75,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
At 135,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2018 Toyota 86 shows a slight improvement in stability over the 2017 model, with complaints dropping from two to one and recalls decreasing from two to one. Across the generation, consumer complaints remained very low from 2017 through 2018 before spiking to 10 in 2019. For the 2018 model year, the single recorded complaint pertains to steering and wheels, while there were zero reported crash or fire complaints. Technical Service Bulletins have steadily declined across the record, falling from 101 in 2017 to 97 for the 2018 model. Because it avoids the complaint spike seen in 2019 and maintains a low recall count, the 2018 model is a strong year to buy.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
97
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Frontal★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Steering,Wheels1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V587000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 29/07/2021

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may… Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 97 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureThe condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2018 86 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 86 get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 32 highway / 27 combined mpg.