Chrysler Sebring
| Chrysler Sebring | |
|---|---|
| Production period: | 1995-2010 |
| Class : | Middle class |
| Body versions : | Sedan , coupe , convertible |
| Previous model: | Chrysler Stratus |
| Successor: | Chrysler 200 |
Chrysler Sebring , named after a racetrack in Florida, is the name of several vehicles offered by the US automobile manufacturer Chrysler and denotes:
- one of the spring of 1995 produced by the end of 2005 sports coupe of the middle class with front-wheel drive ;
- a mid -range convertible with front-wheel drive built from spring 1996 to the end of 2010 ;
- a mid -range front-wheel drive sedan manufactured from autumn 2000 to the end of 2010 .
Sebring Coupé (FJ, 1995-2000)
| 1st generation | |
|---|---|
 Chrysler Sebring Coupe (1997-2000) |
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| Production period: | 1995-2000 |
| Body versions : | Coupe |
| Engines: |
Gasoline engines : 2.0–2.5 liters (104–121 kW) |
| Length: | 4760 mm |
| Width: | 1758 mm |
| Height: | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2634 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1276-1451 kg |
The Sebring (internal type designation: FJ) was based on the technology of the Mitsubishi Galant and was a product of Diamond Star Motors , a joint venture between Chrysler and Mitsubishi . Its technically identical sister model was the Dodge Avenger , and there is also a technical relationship with the Mitsubishi Eclipse .
In the spring of 1995, Chrysler brought the new Sebring onto the market as a coupé in the so-called cab-forward design - with the passenger cabin moved far forward and a short front end; It differed from the Dodge Avenger mainly in the more conventional design of the front section with a radiator grille between the headlights, a more angular window line and C-pillar as well as an independent rear. The Sebring was available as a basic LX model with a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine with two overhead camshafts (maximum output: 104 kW), paired with a five-speed gearbox, and as a more extensively equipped Sebring LXi with a 2.5-liter V6 engine (maximum output : 116 kW) including four-speed automatic transmission. In 1996, the maximum output of the V6 engine was increased to 121 kW (165 hp).
At the end of 1997, the vehicle was given a facelift, which was recognizable by the larger radiator grille, on which now sat the winged Chrysler emblem. Otherwise, the changes during the Sebring's life were limited to small details.
By the end of production in autumn 2000, around 160,000 of the Sebring Coupé had been produced.
Sebring Cabriolet (JX, 1996-2000)
| 1st generation | |
|---|---|
 Chrysler Sebring Convertible (1996-2000) |
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| Production period: | 1996-2000 |
| Body versions : | Cabriolet |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 2.4–2.5 liters (112–121 kW) |
| Length: | 4902 mm |
| Width: | 1771 mm |
| Height: | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2692 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1470-1555 kg |
The first generation Sebring Cabriolet (internal type designation: JX), which was sold in Europe as the Stratus Cabriolet, was presented in 1995 or earlier and came on the market in April 1996. It was not based on the platform of the Sebring Coupé, but on the longer platform (wheelbase 269.2 cm instead of 263.4 cm) of the Chrysler Cirrus and had an independent body - about 15 cm longer at 490 cm. The JX and JXi equipment was offered, the engine of which corresponded to the LX and LXi models of the coupé, but the JX was powered by a variant of the Chrysler four-cylinder engine with 112 kW (150 hp), which was increased from 2.0 l to 2.4 l Service.
In 1998, the Limited equipment variant with a V6 engine, four-speed automatic transmission, ABS, chrome-plated alloy wheels, traction control and leather interior came into the range.
Chrysler produced around 230,000 copies of the first Sebring Cabriolet by the end of 2000.
Sebring (JR, 2000-2007)
| 2nd generation | |
|---|---|
 Chrysler Sebring Convertible (2000-2004) |
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| Production period: | 2000-2007 |
| Body versions : | Limousine , cabriolet |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 2.0–2.7 liters (104–149 kW) |
| Length: | 4844-4921 mm |
| Width: | 1792 mm |
| Height: | 1394-1401 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2692-2743 mm |
| Empty weight : | from 1435 kg |
In autumn 2000, the second generation of the Sebring (internal type designation: JR) appeared, which was available as a sedan and again as a convertible and was formally shown for the first time at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) in 2000. Both were powered by the well-known 2.4-liter in-line four-cylinder engine with a five-speed manual transmission or a 2.7-liter V6 engine with a four-speed automatic transmission, as a convertible in the GTC sports version with a five-speed manual transmission. A two-liter four-cylinder engine with 104 kW (141 hp) was also exported.
The Chrysler Sebring sedan debuted as the successor to the Chrysler Cirrus and a parallel model to the Dodge Stratus . A 2.0 (with five-speed manual transmission) or 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine or a 2.7-liter V6 engine, each with a four-speed automatic transmission, were also used here.
Chrysler Sebring sedan (2000-2004)
Rear view
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In the 2004 model year, the Sebring was given a revision, mainly in the front area.
At the beginning of 2007 it was replaced by the model with the internal designation “JS”. In Russia, the Sebring with the implemented Chrysler production facilities was further built and marketed under the name GAZ Wolga Siber .
Chrysler Sebring sedan
(2004-2006)
Chrysler Sebring Convertible
(2004-2007)
Sebring Coupé (ST-22, 2000-2005)
| 2nd generation | |
|---|---|
 Chrysler Sebring Coupe (2000-2003) |
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| Production period: | 2000-2005 |
| Body versions : | Coupe |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 2.4–2.7 liters (106–149 kW) |
| Length: | 4831-4875 mm |
| Width: | 1786-1775 mm |
| Height: | 1364-1370 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2634 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1390-1475 kg |
In autumn 2000 the Sebring Coupé (internal type designation: ST-22), which was formally shown for the first time at NYIAS 2000, appeared with a completely new body based on the JR series.
It differed from the sedan and the convertible, in addition to smaller optical details, also in the engine. There was the coupé with a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine and a maximum output of 106 kW from Chrysler or a 3.0-liter V6 engine from Mitsubishi , which had a maximum output of 149 kW. The parallel model was the Dodge Stratus Coupé.
In the 2003 model year, the front of the coupé was also modified.
The Sebring Coupé ST-22 was produced until the end of 2005.
Sebring (JS, 2006-2010)
| 3rd generation | |
|---|---|
 Chrysler Sebring Sedan (2006-2010) |
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| Production period: | 2006-2010 |
| Body versions : | Limousine , cabriolet |
| Engines: |
Otto engines : 2.0–3.5 liters (103–175 kW) Diesel engine : 2.0 liters (103 kW) |
| Length: | 4841-4922 mm |
| Width: | 1808-1816 mm |
| Height: | 1485-1499 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2765 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1697-1796 kg |
| Stars in the US NCAP - Crash Test (2007), Limousine, front |
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In autumn 2006, presented a new Chrysler Sebring (internal type name: JS) which have been prepared in collaboration with Mitsubishi developed GS - platform , on which also, for example, the Dodge Caliber is based. It was launched in early 2007. In July 2007, the third Sebring generation cabriolet appeared, which in turn is based on the platform of the associated sedan.
drive
A new 2.0 or 2.4 l four-cylinder engine (from GEMA, a joint venture between DaimlerChrysler, Mitsubishi and Hyundai ) or Chrysler's own V6 engines with 2.7 and 3, 5 liters displacement. For Europe, there was also a turbodiesel engine from Volkswagen in conjunction with a manual six-speed gearbox , which was also installed in the Dodge Avenger and Dodge Caliber. The 2.7-liter V6 engine was optionally available as a flexible fuel engine that can be refueled with E-85 fuel in addition to conventional gasoline . The power transmission with this engine is carried out with a six-speed automatic transmission, with the 2.4-l R4 engine via a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive .
landing gear
All models have independent suspension with MacPherson struts at the front , coil springs with gas pressure shock absorbers and a stabilizer with decoupled frame support, and a multi-link axle with coil springs and stabilizer, gas pressure shock absorbers and decoupled rear frame support at the rear.
The steering is a speed-dependent rack and pinion power steering , the turning circle is 11.13 meters.
body
The c W value of 0.331 is significantly higher than the comparable European mid-range models, the Cabriolet it is 0.34.
For the first time, the cabriolet was available with three different electrically retractable top versions: a vinyl roof, a fabric roof and a retractable hardtop made of steel painted in the vehicle color . All roof versions can be opened at the push of a button on the car key.
Furnishing
The Chrysler Sebring could optionally be equipped with the MyGIG system. This is a CD / DVD / HDD / MP3 / satellite navigation radio with a 20 gigabyte - hard drive and a 6.5-inch TFT screen with touch screen function. The MyGIG system can be voice-controlled, has a USB connection and enables music, sound, films and individual images to be stored and played back.
production
The sedan and convertible were manufactured at the Sterling Heights plant in Michigan ( USA ) parallel to the Dodge Avenger .
The Sebring sedan and sister model Dodge Avenger have not been offered in Germany since autumn 2009.
At the end of 2010, Chrysler stopped manufacturing the Sebring sedan and convertible. Production of the Sebring was also discontinued at the end of 2010. The successor is the Chrysler 200, which was launched on the American market in early 2011 .
Technical specifications
| model | Motor type | Engine type | Displacement | Max. power | transmission | market | Sedan construction period | ... Cabriolet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | Gasoline engine | R4 | 1998 cc | 115 kW (156 hp) | 5-speed manual transmission | Europe, America | 09/2006–07/2009 | - |
| 2.4 | 2360 cc | 129 kW (175 hp) | 4-speed automatic transmission | only in America | 09/2006–12/2010 | 05/2007–12/2010 | ||
| 2.7 | V6 | 2736 cc | 137 kW (186 hp) | 6-speed automatic transmission | Europe | - | 01/2008 - 03/2010 | |
| 2.7 | 141 kW (192 hp) | 4-speed automatic transmission | only in America | 01/2008 - 03/2010 | 01/2008 - 03/2010 | |||
| 3.5 | 3518 cc | 175 kW (238 hp) | 6-speed automatic transmission | only in America | 09/2006–12/2010 | 05/2007–12/2010 | ||
| 2.0 CRD | Diesel engine | R4 | 1968 cc | 103 kW (140 PS) | 6-speed manual transmission | Europe | 09/2006–07/2009 | 05/2007 - 03/2010 |
successor
The Chrysler 200 became the official successor to the Chrysler Sebring . The assembly at the Graz joint venture between Magna Steyr and the Autocluster Steiermark was not finished until summer 2011. After the takeover by the Fiat group, the Swiss models were placed under the Lancia brand , which continues most of the model names used there. The official successor in Europe is the Lancia Flavia , which largely corresponds to the American Chrysler 200.
Awards
- 2009: Top Safety Pick 2010
Individual evidence
- ^ Chrysler Sebring / Dodge Avenger: 1995-2006 Mitsubishis in Dodge skins. In: allpar.com. Retrieved April 15, 2019 .
- ^ Warren Brown: 1995 Chrysler Sebring - washingtonpost.com Review | Cars.com. In: cars.com. March 31, 1995, accessed April 15, 2019 .
- ↑ a b 1995-00 Chrysler Sebring | Consumer Guide Auto. In: consumerguide.com. Retrieved April 15, 2019 (American English).
- ↑ Jim Mateja: 1996 Chrysler Sebring - chicagotribune.com Review | Cars.com. In: cars.com. April 7, 1996, accessed April 15, 2019 .
- ^ A b David Phillips: Chrysler Sebring family expands for 2001. In: autonews.com. April 18, 2017, accessed April 15, 2019 .
- ↑ 2001 Chrysler (USA) Sebring Convertible full range specs. In: automobile-catalog.com. Retrieved April 15, 2019 .
- ↑ 2001 Chrysler (USA) Sebring Sedan full range specs. In: automobile-catalog.com. Retrieved April 15, 2019 .
- ↑ Keith Morgan: Car Review: 2004 Chrysler Sebring convertible | Driving. In: driving.ca. August 10, 2011, accessed April 15, 2019 .
- ↑ 2001-2006 Dodge Stratus and Chrysler Sebring sedans: popular and refined. In: allpar.com. Retrieved April 15, 2019 .
- ↑ a b 2001-06 Chrysler Sebring | Consumer Guide Auto. In: consumerguide.com. Retrieved April 15, 2019 (American English).
- ↑ 2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING | NHTSA. In: nhtsa.gov. Retrieved April 15, 2019 (English, extended report in PDF format: http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/database/MEDIA/GetMedia.aspx?tstno=5886&index=1&database=V&type=R ).
- ↑ Cars without a successor (Fig. 6) on Autobild.de, accessed on August 4, 2010
- ↑ Chrysler 200: Presentation: The inheritance of Sebring , autobild.de
- ↑ The Safest US Cars 2010 , autobild.de
swell
- James M. Flammang, Ron Kowalke: Standard Catalog of American Cars 1976-1999. Krause Publications, Iola 1999, ISBN 0-87341-755-0 .
- Press Kit DaimlerChrysler 2007
- Automonat Fall 2009
