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Plymouth Caravelle

Plymouth Caravelle
Photo: 55allegro / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

The official data lists 14 versions of the Plymouth Caravelle (1985–1989), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1985–1989
Markets
United States
Engines
2.2 L to 2.6 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
10.2 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Plymouth Caravelle?

The US-market Plymouth Caravelle was a four-door sedan based on Chrysler’s E-body. It brought a more traditional family-sedan shape to Plymouth showrooms, alongside the brand’s smaller models.

E-body generation

The E-body Caravelle was sold in the United States from 1985 to 1988. This version was distinct from earlier cars that used the Caravelle name in Canada. Its front styling changed during the run, while the basic sedan shape remained.

Engines and power

The US petrol lineup ranged from 2.2 L to 2.6 L.

How economical is the Plymouth Caravelle?

The US EPA’s best combined rating is 23 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption is 10.2 L/100 km. EPA ratings use a different test procedure from Europe’s WLTP or NEDC tests and Canada’s 5-cycle ratings.

Questions and answers

What body style is the US Plymouth Caravelle?

The E-body Caravelle is a four-door sedan.

When was the E-body Caravelle sold in the United States?

Its US generation ran from 1985 to 1988.

What engines were offered?

The US petrol lineup ranged from 2.2 L to 2.6 L.

What is its best listed EPA rating?

The best US EPA combined figure is 23 MPG.

Caravelle E-body Caravelle (1985–1988)

Plymouth Caravelle E-body Caravelle
Photo: 55allegro / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Model codes: E · Sold in: United States · References: en.wikipedia.org

United States 13 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
1988–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1988–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP2.5 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1988(FFS,TRBO)2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1987(FFS,TRBO)2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1987(FFS)2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1987(FFS)2.5 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1985–1986(FFS,TRBO)2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1986(FFS)2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1986(FFS)2.5 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1985(FFS) CA model2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1985(FFS,TRBO) CA model2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1985(FFS)2.2 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1985(FFS) CA model · (FFS)2.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Versions outside these generations

United States 1 version

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
1989(FFS,TRBO)2.5 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.