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|predecessor=[[Plymouth Acclaim]]
|predecessor=[[Plymouth Acclaim]]
|successor=[[Chrysler Sebring|Chrysler Sebring Sedan]]
|successor=[[Chrysler Sebring|Chrysler Sebring Sedan]]
|class=[[Mid-size car|Mid-size]]
|class=[[Mid-size]]
|body_style=4-door [[sedan]]
|body_style=4-door [[sedan]]
|engine=2.0 L ''[[Chrysler Neon engine#2.0|A588]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>2.4 L ''[[Chrysler Neon engine#2.0|EDZ]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]
|engine=2.0 L ''[[Chrysler Neon engine#2.0|A588]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>2.4 L ''[[Chrysler Neon engine#2.0|EDZ]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]
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|wheelbase=108 in
|wheelbase=108 in
|weight=3,181 lb
|weight=3,181 lb
|assembly=[[Sterling Heights, Michigan|Sterling Heights]], [[Michigan]]
|assembly=[[Sterling Heights, Michigan]]
|platform=[[Chrysler JA platform]]
|platform=[[Chrysler JA platform]]
|layout=[[FF layout]]
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The '''[[Plymouth (automobile)|Plymouth]] Breeze''' was a [[mid-size car|mid-sized]] 4-door [[sedan (car)|sedan]] that was introduced in 1996 as a companion to the [[Chrysler Cirrus]] and the [[Dodge Stratus]], which were released in 1995. The Breeze was based on the [[Chrysler JA platform]]. It, the Cirrus, and the Stratus were nicknamed the ''Cloud Cars''. The Breeze was on ''[[Car and Driver]]'' magazine's [[Car and Driver Ten Best|Ten Best list]] for 1997. The Breeze was discontinued early in the 2000 model year.
The '''[[Plymouth (automobile)|Plymouth]] Breeze''' was a [[mid-size]]d 4-door [[sedan (car)|sedan]] that was introduced in 1996 as a companion to the [[Chrysler Cirrus]] and the [[Dodge Stratus]], which were released in 1995. The Breeze was based on the [[Chrysler JA platform]]. It, the Cirrus, and the Stratus were nicknamed the ''Cloud Cars''. The Breeze was on ''[[Car and Driver]]'' magazine's [[Car and Driver Ten Best|Ten Best list]] for 1997. The Breeze was discontinued early in the 2000 model year. The Breeze was the low-end model of Chrysler's ''Cloud Cars'', and it did not have a [[V6 engine]], like its siblings.


==Design==
==Design==
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==Year to year changes==
==Year to year changes==
*'''1997''': A new center console which included storage space, an integrated armrest, and rear-seat cupholders were some of the changes for 1997.
*'''1997''': A new center console which included storage space, an integrated armrest, and rear-seat cupholders were some of the changes for 1997.
*'''1998''': A more powerful engine was now available. The [[DOHC]] 2.4 [[Liter|L]] [[straight-4|4-cylinder]] made 150 [[horsepower|hp]], the regular 2.0 L only made 132 [[horsepower|hp]]. However, only an [[automatic transmission]] was available with the [[DOHC]] 2.4 L 4-cylinder engine.
*'''1998''': A more powerful [[internal combustion engine|engine]] was now available. The [[DOHC]] 2.4 L [[straight-4|4-cylinder]] made 150 hp, the regular 2.0 L only made 132 hp. However, only an [[automatic transmission]] was available with the [[DOHC]] 2.4 L 4-cylinder engine.
*'''1999''': Revised suspension tuning for 1999 which promised a smoother ride, was one of the few changes this year.
*'''1999''': Revised suspension tuning for 1999 which promised a smoother ride, was one of the few changes this year.
*'''2000''': Breeze production was halted early in 2000, due to the phaseout of the Plymouth brand name. Only one trim level was available for this year. It and the Chrysler Cirrus were replaced by the [[Chrysler Sebring]] sedan for 2001. The last Breeze rolled off the [[Sterling Heights assembly]] line on [[January 7]], [[2000]].
*'''2000''': Breeze production was halted early in 2000, due to the phaseout of the Plymouth brand name. Only one trim level was available for this year. It and the Chrysler Cirrus were replaced by the [[Chrysler Sebring]] sedan for 2001. The last Breeze rolled off the [[Sterling Heights assembly]] line on January 7, 2000.


==See also==
==See also==

Revision as of 04:16, 15 January 2007

Plymouth Breeze
Overview
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
DaimlerChrysler
Production1996-2000
AssemblySterling Heights, Michigan
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFF layout
PlatformChrysler JA platform
RelatedChrysler Cirrus
Dodge Stratus
Powertrain
Engine2.0 L A588 I4
2.4 L EDZ I4
Transmission5-speed manual
4-speed 41TE automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase108 in
Length187 in
Width71 in
Height54.1 in
Curb weight3,181 lb
Chronology
PredecessorPlymouth Acclaim
SuccessorChrysler Sebring Sedan

The Plymouth Breeze was a mid-sized 4-door sedan that was introduced in 1996 as a companion to the Chrysler Cirrus and the Dodge Stratus, which were released in 1995. The Breeze was based on the Chrysler JA platform. It, the Cirrus, and the Stratus were nicknamed the Cloud Cars. The Breeze was on Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1997. The Breeze was discontinued early in the 2000 model year. The Breeze was the low-end model of Chrysler's Cloud Cars, and it did not have a V6 engine, like its siblings.

Design

Though the Breeze was similar in appearance to the Cirrus and Stratus, there were two distinct features that made it stand out, ridged taillights which incorporated the reverse and turn signals into it instead of a separate strip and an eggcrate grille (common on Plymouths of that era).

Specifications

  • Wheelbase: 108 in
  • Overall length: 187 in
  • Overall width: 71 in
  • Overall height: 54.1 in
  • Track (front and rear): 60.2 in
  • Curb weight: 3,181 lb
  • Towing capacity: 1,000 lb
  • Torque: 140 ft·lbf

Features

The Breeze was available with many standard features and available options, such as a four-speed automatic transmission, anti-lock brakes, a tilt steering wheel, cruise control, power windows, power door locks, and a sunroof.

Engines

  • 2.0 L SOHC 4-cylinder engine (standard, five-speed manual was available)
  • 2.4 L DOHC 4-cylinder engine (optional)

Year to year changes

  • 1997: A new center console which included storage space, an integrated armrest, and rear-seat cupholders were some of the changes for 1997.
  • 1998: A more powerful engine was now available. The DOHC 2.4 L 4-cylinder made 150 hp, the regular 2.0 L only made 132 hp. However, only an automatic transmission was available with the DOHC 2.4 L 4-cylinder engine.
  • 1999: Revised suspension tuning for 1999 which promised a smoother ride, was one of the few changes this year.
  • 2000: Breeze production was halted early in 2000, due to the phaseout of the Plymouth brand name. Only one trim level was available for this year. It and the Chrysler Cirrus were replaced by the Chrysler Sebring sedan for 2001. The last Breeze rolled off the Sterling Heights assembly line on January 7, 2000.

See also

References


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