Chrysler Stratus Cabrio (JX) 2.5 V6 (163 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 163 hp (120 kW) and 161 lb-ft (218 Nm), built 1996–2000, convertible body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

Power163 hp (120 kW)
Torque161 lb-ft (218 Nm)
0–62 mph10.5 s
Top speed123 mph (198 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.5 V6 (163 hp) Automatic
Displacement2.5 L (2,497 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-4
Bore83.5 mm
Stroke76 mm

Performance

Power163 hp (120 kW) @ 5850 rpm
Torque161 lb-ft (218 Nm) @ 4400 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)10.5 s
Top speed123 mph (198 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City15 mpg (15.7 l/100 km)
Highway20 mpg (11.5 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions451 g/mi (280 g/km)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (60 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleConvertible
Doors4
Length193.0 in (4,902 mm)
Width70.1 in (1,780 mm)
Height54.8 in (1,392 mm)
Curb weight3,660 lb (1,660 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,332 lb (1,965 kg)
Cargo volume10.3 cu ft (292 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone
Tires215/55 R16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Chrysler Stratus with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Chrysler Stratus Cabrio (JX) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 LE (131 hp)Gasoline131 hp (96 kW)

← All Chrysler Stratus Cabrio (JX) engines

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