Chrysler New Yorker C-body

Chrysler New Yorker C-body
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The Chrysler New Yorker C-body (1988–1993): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States.

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

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,917 mm
Width–1,740–1,750 mm
Height–1,359–1,361 mm
Wheelbase–2,649–2,654 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)453–510 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,832–2,945 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)

383 complaints for model years 1989–1993. 11 crashes · 13 fires · 22 injuries · 1 death

  • Brakes 121
  • Transmission and drivetrain 48
  • Fuel system 46
  • Engine 27
  • Steering 26

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 5 versions of the Chrysler New Yorker C-body

United States 5 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1990–1993(FFS), CLKUP3.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
1991(FFS), CLKUP3.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1989–1990(FFS), CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1988(FFS,TRBO)2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1988(FFS), CLKUP3.0 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 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.