PERFORMANCE
EPA Economy, miles per gallon
city/highway/average 19/27/23
0-60 MPH 10.0 Seconds
1/4 mile (E.T.) 18.0 seconds 79.5 mph
Top speed 120 mph
* Sequential multi-port fuel injection
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It's been four years
since the Chrysler Cirrus became available. And while its
overseas rivals are de-contenting their vehicles to make
them more price-competitive, Daimler/Chrysler is bucking
that trend.
OUTSIDE - Even after being on the market for so many years,
Cirrus has a unique, bold style. It is one of the shortest
and widest cars in its class, with a modern look that has
not yet dated itself. Its cab-forward shape identifies it as
a Chrysler product with its large cabin, long wheelbase and
stubby, yet spacious trunk. The tires are slipped to the
outer edges of its wheel wells, which makes it look wider
than it is. Its nose is slightly overstyled and bulbous, but
contributes to its overall character. Trunk space is
cavernous, easily swallowing suitcases and grocery bags with
room to spare. New this year is a winged emblem across the
grill, along with a couple of new exterior colors, bringing
the total color choice to ten. Chrome wheelcovers that look
like expensive alloy wheels are also new for '99, though
customers wanting alloy wheels have the choice of two
different optional versions.
INSIDE - Cirrus is very roomy inside, easily accommodating
four adults comfortably. Adding a third passenger to the
back seat makes things somewhat tight, but not uncomfortable.
Its expansive windshield makes for a great view forward, and
the seating position affords short and tall drivers a
commanding view. The seats are comfortable and supportive,
but between the front seats there is a console with little
storage space. However, there are bins and pouches elsewhere
in the car in which to store other items. This year a
revised dashboard adds new graphics to an already-pleasing
arrangement of controls, switches and knobs. Standard
features include air conditioning, power windows, door locks
and outside mirrors (which are also heated), leather seating,
a power driver's seat, keyless entry, rear defroster, a
folding and lockable rear seat, and a six-speaker, AM/FM
cassette stereo. |
