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Chrysler Concorde II 3.5 i V6 24V Limited (253 Hp)
Overall Rating
Chrysler Concorde:
The Chrysler Concorde is a full-size car that was produced by Chrysler from 1992 to 2004. It assumed the C-body Chrysler New Yorker Salon's position as the entry-level full-size sedan in the Chrysler brand lineup. One of Chrysler's three original Chrysler LH platform models, it has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.
The Concorde was related to the Chrysler/Dodge Intrepid, Eagle Vision, Chrysler 300M, Chrysler LHS, and the eleventh and final generation Chrysler New Yorker.
It was on Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1993 and 1994....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Chrysler Concorde (II). With 339 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1656 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.8 s). The top speed reaches 225 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Chrysler Concorde II was primarily sold in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. US safety ratings (NHTSA/IIHS) generally indicated acceptable performance for its class during its production years.
3.5 i V6 24V Limited (253 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful option in its standard form, delivering robust acceleration (7.8s 0-100km/h) and effortless highway cruising, fitting its 'Limited' designation.
Fuel Economy
As one of the most powerful V6s, fuel economy will be among the lowest in the lineup, particularly under spirited driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with ample legroom
- • Smooth and quiet ride, ideal for long journeys
- • Powerful V6 engine options provide strong acceleration
- • Distinctive cab-forward design offers good visibility
- • Often good value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is a significant drawback, especially for urban driving
- • Some reliability concerns, particularly with the 2.7L engine's oil sludge issues
- • Interior design and materials can feel dated by modern standards
- • Large exterior dimensions can make parking and maneuvering cumbersome
- • Limited aftermarket support compared to some competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1997 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chrysler |
| Model: | Concorde |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 i V6 24V Limited (253 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 253 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 71.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 339 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3518 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 8.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.5 kg/Hp, 152.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 204.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1656 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5310 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Height: | 1422 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2870 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1572 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1562 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 225/50 R17 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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