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Chrysler LeBaron Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1982–1988) — Second Generation

The second-generation Chrysler LeBaron offers a blend of comfort and style in Cabrio, Coupe, and Sedan forms. Its front-wheel-drive platform provides predictable handling, while available powertrains suit both relaxed cruising and daily driving.

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Chrysler LeBaron Engines and Transmissions

The Chrysler LeBaron engine lineup focuses on smooth, usable performance. A 2.3-liter four-cylinder pairs with either a manual or automatic transmission, while a larger 2.5-liter unit is also offered with a manual. Front-wheel drive is standard across the range, keeping the cabin spacious and the driving experience predictable in varied conditions.

Cabrio — Chrysler LeBaron Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio Chrysler LeBaron Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.3 MT	Gasoline	2250 cm³	177 hp	130 kW	Not provided	Manual	FWD
2.3 AT	Gasoline	2250 cm³	177 hp	130 kW	Not provided	Automatic	FWD
2.5 AT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	101 hp	74 kW	183 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
2.5 MT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	155 hp	114 kW	284 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.5 AT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	155 hp	114 kW	284 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.0 MT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	136 hp	100 kW	233 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
3.0 AT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	136 hp	100 kW	233 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.0 MT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	143 hp	105 kW	232 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
3.0 AT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	143 hp	105 kW	232 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD

Coupe — Chrysler LeBaron Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Chrysler LeBaron Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.3 MT	Gasoline	2250 cm³	177 hp	130 kW	Not provided	Manual	FWD
2.3 AT	Gasoline	2250 cm³	177 hp	130 kW	Not provided	Automatic	FWD
2.5 AT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	101 hp	74 kW	183 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
2.5 MT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	101 hp	74 kW	183 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.5 MT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	155 hp	114 kW	284 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.5 AT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	155 hp	114 kW	284 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.0 MT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	136 hp	100 kW	233 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
3.0 AT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	136 hp	100 kW	233 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.0 MT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	143 hp	105 kW	232 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
3.0 AT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	143 hp	105 kW	232 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD

Sedan — Chrysler LeBaron Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Chrysler LeBaron Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.5 AT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	101 hp	74 kW	183 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
2.5 MT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	101 hp	74 kW	183 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.5 MT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	152 hp	112 kW	244 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.5 AT	Gasoline	2501 cm³	152 hp	112 kW	244 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
2.6 AT	Gasoline	2555 cm³	109 hp	80 kW	193 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
3.0 AT	Gasoline	2972 cm³	143 hp	105 kW	232 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD

Chrysler LeBaron Dimensions

Cabrio — Chrysler LeBaron Dimensions

Cabrio Chrysler LeBaron Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
2.3 MT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.3 AT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 AT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	1380 kg	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 MT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 AT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
3.0 MT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	1565 kg	1855 kg	120 mm
3.0 AT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	Not provided	1855 kg	120 mm
3.0 MT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	1447 kg	1840 kg	120 mm
3.0 AT	4552 mm	1727 mm	1344 mm	2548 mm	Not provided	1840 kg	120 mm

Coupe — Chrysler LeBaron Dimensions

Coupe Chrysler LeBaron Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
2.3 MT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.3 AT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 AT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	1295 kg	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 MT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 MT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	1375 kg	1840 kg	120 mm
2.5 AT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	Not provided	1840 kg	120 mm
3.0 MT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	1370 kg	1840 kg	120 mm
3.0 AT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	Not provided	1840 kg	120 mm
3.0 MT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	1370 kg	Not provided	120 mm
3.0 AT	4695 mm	1740 mm	1300 mm	2550 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm

Sedan — Chrysler LeBaron Dimensions

Sedan Chrysler LeBaron Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
2.5 AT	4640 mm	1730 mm	1365 mm	2630 mm	1350 kg	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 MT	4640 mm	1730 mm	1365 mm	2630 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 MT	4640 mm	1730 mm	1365 mm	2630 mm	1315 kg	Not provided	120 mm
2.5 AT	4640 mm	1730 mm	1365 mm	2630 mm	Not provided	Not provided	120 mm
2.6 AT	4640 mm	1730 mm	1365 mm	2630 mm	Not provided	1870 kg	120 mm
3.0 AT	4640 mm	1730 mm	1365 mm	2630 mm	1330 kg	1870 kg	120 mm

Chrysler LeBaron Cargo Space

Cabrio — Chrysler LeBaron Cargo Space

Cabrio Chrysler LeBaron Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
2.3 MT	292 l
2.3 AT	292 l
2.5 AT	292 l
2.5 MT	292 l
2.5 AT	292 l
3.0 MT	292 l
3.0 AT	292 l
3.0 MT	292 l
3.0 AT	292 l

Coupe — Chrysler LeBaron Cargo Space

Coupe Chrysler LeBaron Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
2.3 MT	395 l
2.3 AT	395 l
2.5 AT	395 l
2.5 MT	395 l
2.5 MT	395 l
2.5 AT	395 l
3.0 MT	395 l
3.0 AT	395 l
3.0 MT	395 l
3.0 AT	395 l

Sedan — Chrysler LeBaron Cargo Space

Sedan Chrysler LeBaron Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
2.5 AT	410 l
2.5 MT	410 l
2.5 MT	410 l
2.5 AT	410 l
2.6 AT	410 l
3.0 AT	410 l