The 1985½ model received a facelift (less chrome, restyled tail lamps, flush headlights), and the 1.6 L engine was replaced with a 1.9 L. GT models featured high output engines with revised intake manifolds, cylinder heads and real headers available only with manual transmissions. The Lynx was retired for 1987, but was replaced by the Mazda 323-derived "Tracer" model. (This Mazda platform was revamped in 1989 and debuted as the 1990 Mazda Protege. The updated platform formed the basis for the next generation (1990–1996) Escort/Tracer.)