Chrysler LeBaron third generation

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The Chrysler LeBaron third generation (1987–1995): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 18 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: J · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	–	4,694 mm
Width	–	1,740–1,758 mm
Height	–	1,293–1,300 mm
Wheelbase	–	2,548–2,555 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)	283–510 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	2,379–2,718 L EPA	–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

598 complaints for model years 1987–1995. 65 crashes · 40 fires · 55 injuries · 1 death

Transmission and drivetrain 111
Engine 68
Body and structure 58
Airbags 53
Electrical system 41
Suspension 25

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 18 versions of the Chrysler LeBaron third generation

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United States 17 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1990–1995(FFS), CLKUP	3.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	263–291 g/km
1989–1994(FFS), CLKUP	2.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20–23 MPG (10.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	240–276 g/km
1992–1994(FFS), CLKUP	3.0 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	263–276 g/km
1990–1993(FFS)	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	263–291 g/km
1991–1992(FFS,TRBO), CLKUP	2.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA	276–307 g/km
1989–1992(FFS,TRBO)	2.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	263–291 g/km
1990(FFS,TRBO)	2.2 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1989–1990(FFS,TRBO)	2.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA	291–307 g/km
1988–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1988–1989(FFS)	2.2 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	221 g/km
1988–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP	2.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	251 g/km
1989(FFS)	2.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA	230–240 g/km
1987–1988(FFS,TRBO)	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	276–291 g/km
1987–1988(FFS), SIL · (FFS)	2.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1987(FFS)	2.2 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263 g/km
1987(FFS), SIL	2.2 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1987(FFS)	2.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1995Subcompact	3.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	258 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.