Sedan, coupe, or convertible, the Chrysler Sebring comes with a sleek look, sleek ride, and comfortable cabins. It’s convenient, with room for five people. It gives price compared to imports. Responsive functionality makes V6-powered models more fun to drive, but the entry-level four-cylinder engine is capable.
The sedan is practical and has a nice, airy interior. The convertible combines a spacious and attractive interior with taste and traction on the roof. The sports coupe offers an optional V6 engine.
For 2003, the coupe gets new exterior styling and interior trim.
Chrysler Sebring models are available in four-door sedan, two-door coupe, and two-door convertible trims. Four-cylinder and V6 engines are available and there is a choice of trim levels. Sedans are popular with a four-speed automatic transmission. Coupes offer a choice of five-speed automatic or manual transmission for either engine. Convertibles are popular with an automatic transmission, the GTC convertible offers a manual gearbox.
LX models are supplied with a 2. 4-liter four-cylinder, twin-camshaft engine with 150 horsepower. The LX’s trim levels are popular with air-conditioning, fabric interior and windows, mirrors, and forced door locks. Steel wheels with painted hubcaps and 15-inch tires are popular. Chrysler’s 2. 7-liter V6, which makes 200 horsepower, is available as an option for the LX ($1,085).
LXi styles are popular with the 200-horsepower V6, 16- or 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, an eight-way power driver’s seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a premium audio formula with CD player, computer, cruise control, remote illuminated keyless entry, fog lights, illuminated exhaust tips and a top point of practical interior features. LXi convertible styles feature a cloth-covered roof and leather seats. A new Sebring GTC convertible style was added late last year. It comes with the V6, gaming suspension and a choice of five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.
Available protective devices include antilock brakes ($565) and side curtain airbags ($390). An Enthusiast package ($400) incorporates Chrysler’s Autostick transmission, sport suspension, company force guidance and a group of electroluminescent tools. A variety of features allow the customer to add some of the LXi’s features to the LXi’s LX or more design by adding a power moonroof ($695).
Sleek and attractive designs enhance the Sebring sedan, coupe, and convertible. While all three seem to belong to the same family, the distinctions give each their own personality. The sedan, convertible and coupe feature an elegantly arched profile with a particularly sloping windshield.
The new styling gives the Chrysler Sebring coupe a new look for 2003. Rightly, the coupe seems more competitive than the sedan and convertible. A new hood and trunk lid design adds to the coupe’s ambitious look. A new grille features Chrysler’s winged badge, complemented by a new fog light design. For 2003, Chrysler redesigned the coupe’s front and rear fascias, headlights and taillights, and rocker arm moldings.
The coupe has little to do with the sedan and convertible. It is manufactured at a joint plant in Illinois alongside the Mitsubishi Eclipse and Dodge Stratus coupes, and features their engine, chassis, and suspension designs. and deployment to a Chrysler meeting plant in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
The sedans and convertibles feature a wide, rugged front end highlighted through Chrysler’s iconic grille design, a giant oval air intake with a shaded grille pattern in the shape of an egg cage. The headlights, through polycarbonate lenses, surround the front corners, while available circular fog lamps flank the grille. The four-door sedan’s blacked-out center roof pillars give it the appearance of a two-door coupe. The roofline features a seamless transition from the roof to the body. The boot lid features an arched spoiler edge. over giant taillights and a thick, drab bumper.
We’ve found that door handles can be difficult to hold, especially when you’re in a hurry. In addition, the coupe’s mirrors are small.
Spacious interiors make the Chrysler Sebring a wonderful place to live, whether it’s a sedan, coupe, or convertible. Obviously, the convertible offers a spacious cabin when the roof is lowered, but all three use a complex cabin layout that extends the windshield forward. . There’s plenty of smoothness when entering and the cabins are spacious, taking advantage of front-wheel drive, a transversely fixed engine and a wide track.
These are practical strollers that can accommodate up to 3 adults in the back. The rear seats are split 60/40 and the backrests fold down to make room for the boot and a space for carrying long items.
Various interior finishes are available. Sedan LX models have cloth upholstery. LXi sedan models feature upholstery, but with vinyl reinforcements and wood-grain trim for warmth. The LXi has eight-way tightly adjustable seats and a reclining passenger seat. Sedans and convertibles are supplied with circular analogue upholstery. Twisted chrome tools with black and white graphics.
The coupes have a revised interior for 2003, available in two-tone black or taupe. The brushed aluminum trim on the center console and doors of the Sebring Coupe gives a sleek look to LX models. A new tool panel features a clock-shaped indicators on a black background instead of white. Optional leather seats are prettier and offer more than just the popular fabric.
LX Convertible models come with fabric. The GTC is upholstered in two-tone Ultrahide (vinyl) with matching door brackets and matching door handles and trim. The LXi has leather upholstery, while the Limited has softer premium leather upholstery. The seats are company and comfortable; The driver’s seat has six-way force adjustments.
Unlike some convertibles, the Sebring offers enough backseat space for two adults to sit comfortably; And it is supplied with three-point seat belts. Dual cup holders get larger from the back of the console to the floor. The front seat backs temporarily tilt and slide forward for easy access to the rear seat, and the front seat belts don’t save you access as anchors are built into the upper corners of the seatbacks. The boot area is also stylish for a convertible; The trunk will hold two golf bags stacked together.
The electric top lowers in seconds with a single button to let the sun in and temporarily closes to block out sudden rain. It’s very simple: simply unlock two latches above the windshields, then press a single button on the dashboard and soft top temporarily. It folds down to form a recess in the rear seat. Press and hold the button and the side windows disappear. Reverse the procedure to seal the most sensible closure. It’s fast. You can hide the collapsed roof by covering it with a sleek boot that locks into position with Velcro fasteners; When not in use, the trunk folds down and stows in the trunk.
Although the dashboard is necessarily flat and linear, the cockpit gives an enveloping feel. Window and lock switches are fixed on the driver’s door. At the top of the tool panel, an available demo provides compass bearings, outside temperature readings, mileage traveled, fuel economy, and estimated distance to an empty tank.
The sedan’s center console houses the gear knob and a padded armrest. Above the console, a central stack of audio and air conditioning systems with giant rotary dials in a simplified, easy-to-use scheme. HVAC controls are rudimentary dials and look like those on a compact car, but they look good.
The Sebring gives the driver perfect outward visibility thanks to wide, tall glass surfaces and narrow A-pillars. The top of the windshield features a color similar to that used in Mercedes cars. The glass is thicker than usual, which helps reduce outside noise. It is combined with structural rationalization and layers of insulation added to doors, frame cavities, as well as floor and ceiling to reduce noise.
Safety systems start with an uncompromising design that wraps around the cab. Passive measures come with three-point seat belts.
The Chrysler Sebring is a fun-to-drive car, whether it’s a coupe, convertible, or sedan. It’s not a sports car, but it feels firm and precise at top speeds, and nimble and confident without leaning the chassis too much into corners. At the same time, it provides a stylish and comfortable ride. The available V6 engine provides plenty of power and we enjoy the base four-cylinder.
When supplied with the popular 2. 4-liter four-cylinder engine, the Sebring feels full of life in each and every gear. If your budget is your primary concern, this is the engine to choose. However, the main difference in charging is the initial one. $800. La fuel economy differs by about a mile per gallon. The electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission is quiet and effective and works strangely well with the four-cylinder engine. Designed for urban riding, with stops and starts, the Sebring feels fast. And he hurries quickly down the road.
The optional V6 is smoother and generates more oomph. It provides crisp acceleration functionality when sitting at the desk and temporarily reacts to overtaking maneuvers at highway speeds. This 2. 7-liter V6 uses an aluminum block with dual overhead camshafts and multi-valve technology. Two hundred horsepower, but it offers respectable fuel economy and runs on regular gas. The exhaust makes a delightful noise at idle.
Chrysler’s available AutoStick allows you to use the automatic transmission yourself. The AutoStick is fun to play when you’re in a sporty mood. But the popular automatic mode works wonders for everyday use, where it shifts gears quietly and efficiently.
The available 5-speed manual gearbox is easy to change thanks to the sleek clutch and simple shifts.
The Sebring suspension is completely independent and remains quiet even when the right wheels fall off the pavement to feel an asymmetrical shoulder. The maximum percentage of sedan and convertible suspension components, however, a rear anti-roll bar on some models reduces understeer for sportier handling. . The rack and pinion give the Sebring a lively feel. The coupe provides excellent ride quality, but you hear and feel the bumps. The strips of pavement generated a drum-like sound on a pre-production 2003 coupe we drove in. Chrysler’s proving ground.
Anti-lock brakes are optional, but we propose them. Chrysler’s so-called ABS Plus comes with a software extension that detects when you’re braking and turning at the same time, a tricky scenario from a car control standpoint. Chrysler’s formula is helping the motive force in this scenario by controlling the vehicle’s yaw. for greater stability. This is especially useful on other road surfaces, when the right side of the car is on a different type of surface than the left side. Other brake upgrades come with electronic brake distribution, which balances the brakes from front to back for stability and shorter prevention distances. Larger brake rotors and thicker liners are designed to increase durability. The headlights were updated last year for greater visibility on stormy nights.
The Chrysler Sebring line appeals to a wide audience with 3 frame styles. The sedan offers a spacious and comfortable cabin wrapped in sleek, sporty leather. It offers the right price for cash compared to imported midsize sedans. The coupe achieves compatibility with a spacious cabin within the sensual lines of a coupe. The convertible is ideal for people who don’t want to be squeezed into a sports car, but want to feel the wind in their hair and look great. Unlike most convertibles, the Sebring offers a spacious and comfortable interior. It’s modern and fun, but it probably won’t cost a lot of money. If so, lower the roof and move those cars away.
LX Sedan ($18,095); LXi Sedan ($20,670); LX Coupe ($20,110); LXi Coupe ($22,385); LX Convertible ($23,700); LXi Convertible ($26,785); GTC Convertible ($25,535); Limited Convertible ($29,420).
Sterling Heights, Michigan; Bloomington-Normal, Illinois.
side curtain airbags ($390); ABS with electronic brake distribution ($565); The Deluxe Package ($1,265) includes leather seating surfaces, an anti-theft formula, automatic central locking, a 120-watt audio formula with six premium speakers, electroluminescent instruments, a convenient shipping network, a universal garage door opener; The Enthusiast Package ($250) includes Autostick, Company Strength, and Game Suspension; Electric sunroof ($695).