Chrysler Sebring first generation

Chrysler Sebring first generation
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The Chrysler Sebring first generation (1995–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 18 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: FJ, JX · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,760–4,902 mm
Width–1,758–1,770 mm
Height–1,295–1,392 mm
Wheelbase–2,634–2,692 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)311–396 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,520–2,718 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)

1,594 complaints for model years 1995–2000. 202 crashes · 44 fires · 158 injuries · 5 deaths

  • Transmission and drivetrain 126
  • Brakes 125
  • Suspension 115
  • Airbags 113
  • Body and structure 104
  • Seat belts 78

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 Sebring first generation

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United States 12 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
1998–2000VMODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA276–291 g/km
1998–2000SOHC · CLKUP · SOHC, CLKUP and 2 more trims2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1998–1999DOHC2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1998–1999DOHC · DOHC, CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1998–1999CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1995–1997DOHC (FFS)2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA251–263 g/km
1995–1997DOHC (FFS)2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
1996–1997(FFS), CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1996–1997SOHC-V6 (FFS)2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1997(FFS), VMODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1997(FFS), CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1995–1996SOHC-V6 (FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km

Canada 6 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995–2000Compact2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.5–12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle265–288 g/km
1995–1999Compact2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.5–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle242–255 g/km
1995–1999Compact2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.1–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle232–239 g/km
1997–1998Compact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.8–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle248–265 g/km
1996Mid-size2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle258 g/km
1996Mid-size2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 g/km

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