Specifications of the car "Dodge Intrepid"

"Dodge Intrepid" - this is a full-size sedan, related to American business-class cars. It was produced in the early 90's. And to be precise, since 1992, at the plant in Canada. Especially popular this car was in the USA and in Mexico. On the territory of Europe and Russia this car was not officially exported.

A bit of history

The first generation of the Dodge Intrepid model was assembled on the LH1 platform. Immediately worth telling about what the motors were under the hoods of these cars. There were only two options. The first is a gasoline injection engine located longitudinally. Its volume was 3.3 liters, and the power - 163 hp. The second variant was more impressive by the characteristics - it had 218 "horses" and 3.5 liters of volume.

The first generation existed for quite a long time - as long as six years. In 1998, the model was withdrawn from production. And it was replaced by the second generation.

The second generation

"Dodge Intrepid", which came after the release of the first models, lasted five years. The second generation was published from 1998 to 2003. As a base, manufacturers decided to take the LH2 platform.

Interestingly, the "Dodge Intrepid" of the second generation was produced in three different trim levels. The first became known as the SE model. Under its hood was a 2.7-liter engine, and as options offered power steering, a central lock, electric mirrors with electric windows, radio tape recorder, steel 16-inch wheels and air conditioning.

The second modification was known as SXT. This car was equipped with either a 3.2-liter engine, or a 3.5-liter engine. Still at the given modification there were antifog headlights and cast disks.

And, finally, the last, the third equipment, which became known as ES. This car had a luxurious leather interior and an on-board computer with climate control.

Also it should be noted that each package was offered a winter package, a CD player and an electric hatch. The notorious winter package included heating everything that is possible - seats, rear window and mirrors.

About the model

The car with non-weak engines, and even on the automatic - Dodge Intrapid, he forced people to change their attitude to American cars. Especially bribed motorists is what this model had a list of equipment. And standard. Inside was air conditioning, high-end audio equipment, power windows, ABS and even autopilot. Yes, and the salon was very practical and spacious. And let the finishing materials did not differ particularly high price, but everything was designed neatly and aesthetically. Plus, the trunk could boast of a good volume - as much as 470 liters. This fact made this sedan automatically more attractive for travelers.

Even in Russia the car became popular (despite the absence of official exports, the models were still brought). And all because of its unpretentiousness. Take, for example, at least the maintenance of the Dodge Intrepid. The oil fits any, the main thing is synthetic. And the car is reliable - breakages occur very rarely. So the former demand for a car is understandable.

What else is interesting to know

In principle, there is some more interesting information about "Dodge Intrepid". Engine - you can talk more about it. For example, about speed. The maximum the 3.5-liter unit could reach was 210 km / h. Up to a hundred it was accelerated in 9.5 seconds. With a 163-horsepower engine, the car reached 100 km / h in 11 seconds. And the speed limit was 180 km / h.

By the way, about the expense. The model with a 3.3-liter engine consumed 10.3 liters per 100 kilometers in a mixed cycle. The car with the engine 3.5i - 11.3 l. Quite a bit of fuel consumed a second-generation car - 2.7i. The highway took 7.8 liters per 100 km, and the city - 11.2.

Interestingly, this car can be bought now, if you search by ads. So, for example, the 2002 model year with a 200-horsepower 2.7-liter engine will cost about 250 thousand rubles. In this case the machine will be in very good condition.

In general, the cost will depend on the characteristics of the car and its condition. And it is very important to check on the service station car before buying for the presence or absence of breakages and malfunctions. This will help to save money and your own nerves. In general, the car is excellent. Comfortable, solidly assembled, reliable and with excellent handling. For these qualities, this car is also fond of many.