Chrysler Sebring (convertible)
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| Automotive industry | Chrysler (1996-98, 2008-present) DaimlerChrysler (1998-2007) |
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| Also called | Chrysler Cirrus R/T or Chrysler Cirrus Limited (Mexico) |
| Production | 1996–present (no 2007 models were made[clarification needed]) |
| Predecessor | Chrysler LeBaron |
| Car classification | Mid-size |
| Car body style | 2-door Convertible |
| Automobile layout | FF layout |
The Chrysler Sebring convertible is a Mid-size Convertible manufactured by Chrysler, as a replacement for the Chrysler LeBaron and now in its third generation — currently available as both a Retractable hardtop and softop.
The Sebring convertible was the most popular convertible automobile in the world from 2001 through 2005, with nearly 40,000 produced per year[citation needed]. For the first two generations, tops were engineered and completed by Dura Convertible Systems[citation needed]. The third generation Sebring uses soft and rectractable tops supplied by Karmann and installed during manufacture to identical bodies.
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First generation (1996-2000)
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| Also called | Chrysler Stratus |
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| Production | 1996-2000 |
| Assembly | Toluca, Mexico |
| Automobile platform | Chrysler JX platform |
| Internal combustion engine | 2.4 L EDZ Straight-4 2.5 L Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi 6G7x engine V6 2.4 L Turbocharged DOHC Straight-4 (Mexico Only) |
| Transmission (mechanics) | 4-speed 41TE automatic |
| Wheelbase | 106.0 in (2692 mm) |
| Length | 1996-98: 193.0 in (4902 mm) 1999-2000: 192.6 in (4892 mm) |
| Width | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
| Height | 54.8 in (1392 mm) |
| Related | Chrysler Cirrus Dodge Stratus Plymouth Breeze |
The Sebring convertible was launched in 1996 as sister car to the Chrysler Sebring Coupe, although the Sebring coupe and convertible didn't share many components or any sheetmetal. This model was unique to Chrysler, as unlike other Chrysler brand cars, no Dodge or Plymouth automobile counterpart was offered.
Engines
- 1996-2000 - 2.4 L Straight-4
- 1996-2000 - 2.5 L Mitsubishi V6
- 1996-2000 - 2.4 L DOHC Turbo Straight-4 (Mexico Only)
Trim levels
- JX - 1996-2000
- JXi - 1996-2000
- Limited - 1998-2000
Second generation (2001-2006)
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| Production | 2001–2006 |
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| Assembly | Sterling Heights, Michigan |
| Automobile platform | Chrysler JR platform |
| Internal combustion engine | 2.4 L EDZ Straight-4 2.7 L EER V6 |
| Transmission (mechanics) | 5-speed Manual transmission (2002 GTC) 4-speed 41TE Automatic transmission |
| Wheelbase | 106 in (2692 mm) |
| Length | 193.7 in (4920 mm) |
| Width | 2001-03: 71.1 in (1806 mm) 2004-06: 69.4 in (1763 mm) |
| Height | 2004-06: 55.0 in (1397 mm) 2001-03: 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
| Related | Chrysler Sebring Dodge Stratus |
For 2001, the Sebring Convertible was redesigned, and it now shared most of its sheetmetal with the Sedan (car), though it still differed greatly from the coupe, with the front fascia and most of the interior being the only thing these cars had in common. Many interior and exterior components were carried over from the first generation car, though the body shell underneath is significantly different. The Sebring received minor styling revisions (mostly the appearance of the nose) for the 2004 Model year.
Engines
- 2001-2006 - 2.4 L I4
- 2001-2006 - 2.7 L V6
Trim levels
- LX - 2001-2003
- LXi - 2001-2003
- GTC - 2002-2006
- base - 2004-2006
- Touring - 2004-2006
- Limited 2001-2006
Note: Additional packages could be added to various standard trim levels.
Third generation (2008-Present)
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| Production | 2008–present |
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| Assembly | Sterling Heights, Michigan |
| Automobile platform | Mitsubishi GS platform |
| Internal combustion engine | 2.4 L GEMA Straight-4 2.7 L EER V6 3.5 L EGJ V6 |
| Transmission (mechanics) | 4-speed 40TES automatic 4-speed 41TES automatic 6-speed 62TE automatic |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in |
| Length | 193.8 in |
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 58.5 in |
| Related | Dodge Avenger |
For 2008, the Sebring convertible was redesigned, with styling cues such as the hood's strake lines recalling the Chrysler Crossfire. Like the Mazda Miata, the Sebring is offered as both Retractable hardtop and softtop, with the Sebring's roofs manufactured by Karmann. The redesigned Sebring convertible debuted at the 2007 Los Angeles International Auto Show, as an early-2008 model. [1]
Trim levels
- LX - 2008-present
- Touring - 2008-present
- Limited - 2008-present
References
- ↑ "Threefold Drop-Top". AutoWeek. http://autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061129/FREE/61127022/1064/cara_submit. Retrieved on November 29.
- 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Product Heritage from Chrysler Media Site
External links
- Official Site- The official site of the current Sebring Convertible
- Chrysler.com - 2001 Sebring convertible homepage, courtesy of Internet Archive
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