2000 Chrysler Sebring: Road Test
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- MSRP: $19,840 -$26,810
- Invoice: $18,188 -$24,481
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Our road test for the 2000 Chrysler Sebring includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Chrysler Sebring from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Chrysler Sebring, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Chrysler Sebring help you decide if a 2000 Chrysler Sebring is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 4.7 |
While they don't have the low-speed muscle of cars powered by larger V6s, Sebrings offer good acceleration from a stop and adequate passing response on the highway.
FUEL ECONOMY
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5.4 |
A test JXi convertible averaged 21 mpg. Coupes should do at least as well.
RIDE QUALITY
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 5 |
Adequately damped suspensions give a mostly smooth, absorbent ride at the expense of some rocking and vertical bounce over humps and crests.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 5 |
Not sports-car agile--ragtops especially--but safe, predictable front-drive road manners.
QUIETNESS
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 5 |
Engines are audible and don't sound that pleasing, and excess road noise makes a long trip tiring in any model.
CONTROLS
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 6 |
Dashboard designs differ, but the convertible's gets our nod for its more accessible audio controls.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 5.2 |
Adult-size space in both body styles, plus generally comfortable seats. Seat belts in convertibles are conveniently integrated into the seat itself.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 4.1 |
Two adults is the practical limit in back in any Sebring, and things are snug even then. Unusually, convertibles have more usable aft leg room than coupes. Entry/exit is the usual 2-door stoop-and-scrunch.
CARGO ROOM
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 4.5 |
Not great in either body type, but at least coupes have a usefully lower load lip and larger trunk opening than ragtops.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 5.3 |
Pleasant road manners and competitive pricing keep these cars interesting, but what sells them is their attractive styling: Both look richer and racier than their sticker prices would suggest.
Total Score
| LXi | JXi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 38 | 42 | 50.2 |
Total Score: 40
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