Dodge Colt fourth generation

Dodge Colt fifth generation
No photo of this generation yet; the photo shows the fifth generation.Photo: Mr.choppers / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

The Dodge Colt fourth generation (1979–1984): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States.

Model codes: A150 · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Width–1,585–1,590 mm
Wheelbase–2,300–2,380 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)311 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,180 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)

2 complaints for model years 1982–1984.

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 4 versions of the Dodge Colt fourth generation

United States 4 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1984(FFS)1.4 LPetrol4-speed manual31–34 MPG (6.9–7.6 L/100 km) EPA162–178 g/km
1984(FFS) CA model1.4 LPetrol4-speed manual30–33 MPG (7.1–7.8 L/100 km) EPA167–184 g/km
1984(FFS) · (FFS) CA model1.6 LPetrol3-speed automatic26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1984(FFS,TRBO) · (FFS,TRBO) CA model1.6 LPetrol4-speed manual25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 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.