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1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze
Date Published: 2/20/08

1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze
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Price Range:
$1,100 - 2,800

Class:
Midsize Car

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1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze
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Category
Plymouth Breeze w/2.0-liter Rating
Performance 3
Fuel Economy 6
Ride Quality 5
Steering/Handling/Braking 5
Quietness 4
Controls/Materials 4
Interior Room 5
Room/Comfort (rear) 4
Cargo Capacity 4
Value within Class 5
Total Score: 45
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
Chart: One rating chart provided for a representative model
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1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze Review
Intended as the lower-priced entrant into the midsize market, Breeze was the third version of Chrysler Corporation's JA front-drive sedan. Breeze is similar to the Dodge Stratus and Chrysler Cirrus. Only one engine was available initially: a 132-horsepower, 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, with a standard 5-speed manual transmission or optional 4-speed automatic. Standard equipment included dual airbags, air conditioning, an AM/FM stereo unit power steering, and rear defroster. Antilock braking was optional, as was an integrated rear child seat.
Year to Year Changes
1997 Plymouth Breeze: Only a few changes were evident in 1997 models. A new console included storage, an integrated armrest, and cupholders for rear-seat occupants.
1998 Plymouth Breeze: A bigger, more-potent engine became available this year. The dual-overhead-cam 2.4-liter 4-cylinder made 150 horsepower, versus 132 for the basic 2.0-liter. Only an automatic transmission could be installed with the larger engine.
1999 Plymouth Breeze: Revised suspension tuning for 1999 promised a smoother ride, but little other change was evident.
2000 Plymouth Breeze: Breeze production halted early in 2000, as part of the phase-out of the Plymouth brand name. One trim level remained for this partial final season.
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