Eagle Talon second generation
The Eagle Talon second generation (1995–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: 2G · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,374–4,440 mm |
| Width | – | 1,735–1,775 mm |
| Height | – | 1,265–1,283 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,510 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,237 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)
294 complaints for model years 1995–1998. 17 crashes · 6 fires · 8 injuries · 1 death
- Transmission and drivetrain 51
- Suspension 49
- Engine 42
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 13 versions of the Eagle Talon second generation
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United States 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–1998DOHC (FFS) · DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1995–1998DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) · DOHC-T/C | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1996–1998DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) · DOHC-T/C | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1998DOHC-T/C | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1998DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1998DOHC-T/C | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1995–1997DOHC (FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1995–1997DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1995–1997DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–22 MPG (10.7–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 251–276 g/km |
| 1995–1996DOHC (FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1995DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1998Subcompact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.5–12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–283 g/km |
| 1995–1998Subcompact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.1–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 232–260 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.