Dodge Stealth First generation

The Dodge Stealth First generation (1991–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Z16A
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | – | 4,600 mm |
| Width | – | – | 1,840 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,285 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,470 mm RDW | – | 2,470 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,300–1,700 kg RDW | – | 1,420–1,870 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,400–1,800 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,875–2,050 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 725–750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 311–340 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,322 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
236 complaints for model years 1991–1996. 9 crashes · 2 fires · 5 injuries · 5 deaths
- Transmission and drivetrain 118
- Seat belts 45
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 12 versions of the Dodge Stealth First generation
United States 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991–1996(DOHC) (FFS), 2MODE · (SOHC) (FFS), 2MODE · SOHC (FFS), 2MODE and 1 more trim | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1994–1996SOHC (FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1993–1996DOHC (FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1994–1996(DOHC) (FFS,TRBO) · DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1993–1995SOHC (FFS), 2MODE | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1991–1993(SOHC) (FFS) · SOHC (FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1993DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1991–1992(DOHC) (FFS) · DOHC (FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1991–1992(DOHC) (FFS,TRBO) · DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1996Subcompact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 281 g/km |
| 1995–1996Subcompact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.7–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 292–297 g/km |
| 1995–1996Subcompact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 12.9–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 297–299 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.





