What is the Eagle Medallion?
The Eagle Medallion was a family car sold in the United States for the 1988 and 1989 model years. It brought a Renault-developed design into Chrysler’s new Eagle line after Chrysler acquired American Motors Corporation (AMC).
Eagle was Chrysler’s new marque for cars associated with the AMC and Renault partnership. The Medallion gave the range a European connection and sat alongside the larger Premier.
Generations and design
The Medallion had one generation, sold from 1988 to 1989. Buyers could choose a sedan or a station wagon, with the wagon offering a longer load area.
The car was based on a Renault family car and adapted for the American market. It was sold there under the Eagle name, carrying forward AMC and Renault’s earlier collaboration.
Engines and fuel consumption
The US petrol range covered engine sizes from 2.2 L to 4.2 L. The best combined EPA rating was 25 MPG, and the lowest listed EPA consumption was 9.4 L/100 km.
These are US EPA ratings. European WLTP and NEDC procedures and Canada’s 5-cycle test work differently, so results from those markets are not directly comparable.
Where was the Medallion sold?
The Medallion was sold in the United States for the 1988 and 1989 model years. Although it drew on Renault development, Chrysler marketed it there as an Eagle.
Questions and answers
When was the Eagle Medallion sold?
It was sold in the United States for the 1988 and 1989 model years.
What body styles did the Medallion have?
It was offered as a sedan and a station wagon.
What engines were available?
The US petrol range covered engine sizes from 2.2 L to 4.2 L.
What was its best EPA fuel economy?
Its best combined EPA rating was 25 MPG.