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Chrysler Sebring Sedan (JR) 2.0 i 16V (141 Hp)
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Chrysler Sebring:
The Chrysler Sebring is a mid-size automobile manufactured and marketed by Chrysler from 1995 to 2010 in convertible , sedan , and coupe body styles. Both coupe generations were a Chrysler design with engineering input from Mitsubishi and were built at Mitsubishi’s Normal, Illinois facility. The range was introduced in 1995, with the Coupe replacing the Chrysler LeBaron coupe. In 1996 Chrysler introduced the convertible, replacing its LeBaron counterpart....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sedan (JR) Overview:
Chrysler Sebring (Sedan (JR)). With 188 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1450 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11 s). The top speed reaches 205 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.
2.0 i 16V (141 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the same power as the automatic variant, but the manual transmission can provide a more engaging and responsive driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Improved fuel efficiency compared to the automatic version, making it a more economical choice for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
- • Smooth ride quality, especially on highways
- • Available V6 engine offers decent power
- • Often found at an affordable price on the used market
- • Good trunk space for a sedan
Cons:
- • Uninspired handling and numb steering
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Mixed reliability reputation, particularly with certain engine components and transmissions
- • Higher fuel consumption on V6 models
- • Lack of advanced safety features compared to modern vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Convertible (JX): 1996 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chrysler |
| Model: | Sebring |
| Generation: | Sedan (JR) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 16V (141 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 141 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.6 Hp/l [57mm less] |
| Torque: | 188 Nm @ 4350 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ECC More details about the engine ECC |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 129.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1450 |
| Max. weight: | 1920 |
| Max load: | 470 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 455 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4845 mm mm [57mm less] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Height: | 1395 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2745 mm mm [53mm more] |
| Front track: | 1530 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1530 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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 | 205/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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