2700-2900 lbs (depending on body style and powertrain)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Frontal Impact Driver:
Likely 4/5 stars (Good/Acceptable for earlier models)
NHTSA Frontal Impact Passenger:
Likely 4/5 stars (Good/Acceptable for earlier models)
Active Features
ABS Availability:
Optional on some trims, standard on higher trims
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point front and rear seatbelts
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Basic AM/FM stereo with CD or cassette player, optional premium sound systems.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Available on most trims
Connectivity
Power Windows Locks:
Available on most trims
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 7,500 miles or 6 months (refer to manual for exact)
Spark Plug Replacement Interval:
Refer to manual for specific engine and plug type (e.g., 100,000 miles for platinum plugs)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Refer to manual for specific viscosity (e.g., 5W-30 recommended)
Coolant Type:
Refer to manual for specific type (e.g., Mopar HOAT - Hybrid Organic Acid Technology)
Transmission Fluid Type Automatic:
Refer to manual for specific type (e.g., ATF+4)
Transmission Fluid Type Manual:
Refer to manual for specific type (e.g., GL-3 or GL-4 gear oil)
Known Issues
Common Issues Covered:
Likely covers common issues such as interior trim degradation, potential HVAC blend door actuator failures, minor electrical gremlins, and engine mount wear.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer:
Chrysler (part of DaimlerChrysler at the time)
Model Evolution
Generation Details:
Second generation, introduced for the 1995 model year, with significant updates for the 2000 model year.
Production
Production Period:
1995-2005 (North America)
Manufacturing Location:
Sterling Heights, Michigan; Brampton, Ontario
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Car And Driver 10Best:
Awarded Car and Driver's 10Best list multiple times during its first generation, indicating strong value and performance for its class.