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Chrysler LHS II 3.5 i V6 24V (218 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Chrysler LHS:
The Chrysler LHS is a full-size luxury four-door sedan that was produced by Chrysler for the 1994 through the 2001 model years, with a one-year hiatus for 1998. It replaced the Chrysler Imperial and the Chrysler Fifth Avenue as the division's flagship model. The LHS was rebadged as the Concorde Limited for the 2002 model year.
Introduced in May 1993 for the 1994 model year, the Chrysler LHS was the top of the line model for the division, as well as the most expensive of the Chrysler LH platform cars. All the LH-series models shared a 113. 0-inch wheelbase and were developed using Chrysler's new computer drafting system....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Chrysler LHS (II). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1610 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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 LHS II was primarily marketed in North America and was not subjected to Euro NCAP testing. Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation.
3.5 i V6 24V (218 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for comfortable highway cruising and daily driving, though it's not designed for spirited performance. Smooth power delivery is a highlight.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for a large sedan of its era, with combined figures around 11.3 l/100 km (approx. 20.8 MPG US). Expect higher consumption in city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with excellent legroom
- • Smooth and quiet ride, ideal for long journeys
- • Distinctive 'cab-forward' styling
- • Generous trunk space (530 liters)
- • Good value on the used market due to depreciation
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is only average for its class
- • Handling is geared towards comfort, not sportiness
- • Interior materials, while comfortable, can show age
- • Some common reliability concerns with transmission and electrical systems
- • Limited aftermarket support compared to more popular models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1994 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chrysler |
| Model: | LHS |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 i V6 24V (218 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 218 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EGG More details about the engine EGG |
| 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: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.3 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 135.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 186.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1610 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5268 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1416 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2870 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1574 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1574 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 | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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