Chrysler Prowler Convertible (1997-2002)
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Chrysler / Plymouth Prowler is a subcompact convertible in production from 1997 to 2002. It was powered by naturally-aspirated V6 engine that displaced 3.5 liters paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission.
Introduced at a time when Chrysler experimented with new decide concepts, the Prowler has a retro styling that harkens back to the hot rods of the 1930s. However, it only has a V6 under its hood, ostensibly to keep the cost down. A side benefit is that the car is rather light, which helped handling.
Utility-minded owners will likely need to keep an alternative for hauling things around, as the tiny cargo space is almost surely insufficient.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 80% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Unique retro styling
- Well balanced
- Good handling
Cons
- Very little cargo space
- Not a real performance machine
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Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
50 L / 1.8 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity
46.0 L / 12.2 gal
Passengers
2
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Ventilated discs
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Suspension | Front
Double-wishbone
Suspension | Rear
Double-wishbone
Tire Size
225/45 R17, 295/40 R20
Construction
Body Style
2-door Convertible
Dimensions
Size | Height
1295 mm / 51.0 in
Size | Length
4200 mm / 165.4 in
Size | Width
1945 mm / 76.6 in
Track Width | Front
1580.0 mm / 62.2 in
Track Width | Rear
1615.0 mm / 63.6 in
Weight
1290.0 kg / 2844.0 lbs
Wheelbase
2880 mm / 113.4 in
Performance
Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
6.8 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
6.5 sec
Fuel Economy
13.8 L/100km / 17.0 MPG (urban) | 10.2 L/100km / 23.1 MPG (highway)
Top Speed
210.0 km/h / 130.5 mph
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (transverse), Rear-wheel drive
Engine | Bore
96.0 mm / 3.8 in
Engine | Compression Ratio
9.9:1
Engine | Displacement
3.5 L / 214.7 cu-in / 3518.0 cc
Engine | Power
257.0 hp / 191.6 kW @ 6400 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
73.1 hp/L / 1.2 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
81.0 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Torque
346 Nm / 255.2 lb-ft @ 3950 rpm
Engine | Type
Naturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
4-speed
Transmission | Type
Automatic
Production
Availability
1997 ~ 2002
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