Dodge Stealth First generation

Dodge Stealth First generation
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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

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length––4,600 mm
Width––1,840 mm
Height––1,285 mm
Wheelbase2,470 mm RDW–2,470 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,300–1,700 kg RDW–1,420–1,870 kg
Mass in running order1,400–1,800 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,875–2,050 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer750 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer725–750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats4 RDW––
Doors2 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1991–1996(DOHC) (FFS), 2MODE · (SOHC) (FFS), 2MODE · SOHC (FFS), 2MODE and 1 more trim3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1994–1996SOHC (FFS)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1993–1996DOHC (FFS)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1994–1996(DOHC) (FFS,TRBO) · DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO)3.0 LPetrol6-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1993–1995SOHC (FFS), 2MODE3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1991–1993(SOHC) (FFS) · SOHC (FFS)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1993DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1991–1992(DOHC) (FFS) · DOHC (FFS)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1991–1992(DOHC) (FFS,TRBO) · DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 3 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995–1996Subcompact3.0 LPetrol5-speed manual12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle281 g/km
1995–1996Subcompact3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.7–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle292–297 g/km
1995–1996Subcompact3.0 LPetrol6-speed manual12.9–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle297–299 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.