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The Chrysler Cirrus LXi for 1996: Improving on 1995

People who buy a Chrysler Cirrus are often happy with purchase. For over a decade, the Cirrus has been one of the mainstays of the Chrysler brand. This has always been a meaningful car, and the 1996 model is no different. A sedan for everyone in the household is what the Chrysler Cirrus delivers.

Chrysler Cirrus Engine Specs

Chrysler Cirrus Engine Specs: The Cirrus LXi comes outfitted with a 2.5 liter, 6-cylinder motor that uses 24 valves. The engine, manufactured by Mitsubishi, is teamed up with a Chrysler 4-speed transaxle. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chrysler.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Cirrus has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Fuel is handled for the Cirrus is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 16.00-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Cirrus LXi are 71.70 inches wide by 187.00 inches long. It sits a comfortable 52.50 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 108.00 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Cirrus is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $17,560, with an invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1996 Cirrus gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 20 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.

In 1995 and 1996 the Cirrus LXi was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.

We Think…

The 1996 model year was telling year for the Chrysler Cirrus. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the LXi version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..