The 2.8-liter V-6 and MG 582 five-speed manual transmission were standard on the 1987 Cimarron. Design revisions raised the engine's compression ratio to 8.9:1 from 8.5:1. Driving characteristics were enhanced through changes in the Cimarron's front suspension bushings and stabilizer bar. Lower engine mounts were also used as was a lightweight master cylinder. All Cimarrons had composite tungsten headlamps that had previously been included in the D'Oro package, which was no longer offered. New cashmere cloth and leather seating areas were now offered as an option.
| Make | Model Number | Style Number | Body Type | Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Production Total |
| Cimarron | 6J | G69 | 4-door Sedan | 5 | $15032 | 2604 lb | 14,561 |
| Type | Overhead valve V-6. cast iron block |
| Displacement | 173 cu. in. (2.8 liters) |
| Bore & stroke | 3.50 in. x 2.99 in. |
| Compression ratio | 8.9:1 |
| Brake horsepower | 125 @ 4500 rpm |
| Torque | 160 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm |
| Valve Lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters, pushrods |
| Fuel Delivery | Multi-port fuel injection |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in. |
| Overall Length | 177.8 in, |
| Height | 52.1 in. |
| Width | 65.0 in. |
| Front Tread | 55.4 in. |
| Rear Tread | 55.2 in. |
| Standard Tires | P195/70R14 |
| Transmission | Muncie-Getrag five-speed manual |
| Steering | power-assisted rack and pinion |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs, strut-type shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | fully independent with coil springs |
| Brake | power front discs, rear drum |
| Body Construction | integral body frame |
| Fuel Tank | 13.6 gal. |
1986