Eagle Vision first generation

Eagle Vision first generation
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The Eagle Vision first generation (1993–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: LH · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–5,121 mm
Width–1,890 mm
Height–1,417–1,430 mm
Wheelbase–2,870 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,529–1,560 kg
Seats and space
Boot space–510 L
Luggage space (EPA)425–538 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,888–2,973 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, ja, es), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

475 complaints for model years 1993–1997. 21 crashes · 12 fires · 23 injuries · 1 death

  • Transmission and drivetrain 74
  • Fuel system 68
  • Steering 48
  • Engine 41
  • Equipment 28
  • Brakes 25

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 5 versions of the Eagle Vision first generation

United States 3 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
1993–1997(FFS), CLKUP3.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA263–291 g/km
1993–1997(FFS), CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
1996–1997(FFS), VMODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 2 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995–1997Full-size3.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.9–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle274–278 g/km
1995–1997Full-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.6–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle290–297 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.