# Chrysler E-Class > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Chrysler_E-Class > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Chrysler_E-Class.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_E-Class > Source revision: 1352243376 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) Not to be confused with [Mercedes-Benz E-Class](/source/Mercedes-Benz_E-Class). Motor vehicle Chrysler E-Class Overview Manufacturer Chrysler Corporation Production 1982–1984 Model years 1983–1984 Assembly United States: Jefferson Avenue Assembly, Detroit, Michigan Body and chassis Class Mid-size Body style 4-door sedan Layout FF layout Platform E-body Related Chrysler New Yorker Dodge 600 Plymouth Caravelle Powertrain Engine 2.2 L K I4 2.2 L Turbo I I4 2.6 L Mitsubishi G54B I4 Transmission 3-speed A413 automatic 3-speed A470 automatic Chronology Predecessor Chrysler Newport Successor Plymouth Caravelle The **Chrysler E Class** is a [mid-size car](/source/Mid-size_car) that was produced by [Chrysler](/source/Chrysler) from 1983 to 1984. Taking its name from its Chrysler platform designation, the E Class commenced an era of downsized Chrysler vehicles, serving as a companion model for the first front-wheel drive [Chrysler New Yorker](/source/Chrysler_New_Yorker#1983–1988). Alongside the twelfth-generation New Yorker, the E Class shared the [Chrysler E platform](/source/Chrysler_E_platform) with the [Dodge 600](/source/Dodge_600) and the [Plymouth Caravelle](/source/Plymouth_Caravelle) (initially sold by Chrysler Canada). For its entire production, Chrysler assembled the E Class in its [Jefferson Avenue Assembly facility](/source/Detroit_Assembly_Complex_%E2%80%93_Jefferson#Jefferson_Avenue_Assembly) ([Detroit, Michigan](/source/Detroit)). ## Model overview 1984 Chrysler E Class 1983 Chrysler E Class In launching the E Class, Chrysler introduced its first front-wheel drive cars larger than its K-Cars, as its R and M-platform cars were far larger than the mid-size segment. Along with the New Yorker adopting the new chassis, the E Class inherited the role of the long-running Chrysler Newport; sharing its body with the New Yorker, the model line was slotted between the K-car LeBaron and the M-body Fifth Avenue in size.[1] While Ford would not produce a mid-size sedan with front-wheel drive until the 1986 Taurus/Sable, Chrysler targeted the E Class against the [Buick Century](/source/Buick_Century#Fifth_generation_(1982–1996)) and [Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera](/source/Oldsmobile_Cutlass_Ciera)[2] (among the best-selling model lines for each brand). Originally intended to be named the "Chrysler Grand LeBaron"[3], the E Class name (styled without the hyphen, in contrast to Mercedes-Benz[4]) was selected instead, in deference to its E platform. ### Chassis The Chrysler E Class utilizes the [Chrysler E platform](/source/Chrysler_E_platform) (E=extended), which increases the K platform wheelbase 2.8 inches (from 100.3 to 103.1 inches).[1] Carrying over the majority of its chassis design from the K platform, the E Class is fitted with a MacPherson front strut suspension and rear trailing arms with a coil-sprung rear beam axle.[1] Along with cast-alloy wheels, an upgraded sport suspension was available as a stand-alone option.[1][5] The standard engine was a 2.2 L I4 (producing 94 hp) and a Mitsubishi-sourced 2.6 L I4 (producing 92 hp, with increased torque); a 3-speed automatic transmission was paired to both engines.[1] For 1984, the engine lineup was revised, with the 2.2 L engine replacing its carburetor with electronic fuel injection (increasing output to 99 hp); the 2.6 L I4 was retuned (producing 100 hp).[5] As a new option, a turbocharged version of the 2.2L engine was released (producing 140 hp).[5] ### Body Alongside its extended wheelbase, the E Class grew approximately 6 inches in length over the LeBaron (though far shorter than the Fifth Avenue). Sharing its roofline with the Dodge 600 and Plymouth Caravelle, the E Class was offered solely as a four-door sedan. To distinguish itself from its Dodge/Plymouth counterparts, the E-Class shared its front and rear fascias with the Chrysler LeBaron; the New Yorker was fitted with a padded vinyl roof (covering its C-pillar windows). For 1984, the exterior underwent a minor update, with the flat taillamps replaced by a wraparound design (shared with the LeBaron). The interior of the E Class shared design commonality with the New Yorker (though with different trim). A six-passenger interior was standard with a full-width front bench seat, and a five-passenger configuration came with a 50/50 split bench seat (which added a center console between the seats, including a power driver seat)[1][5] For 1984, several changes to the interior, distinguished by a redesigned Chrysler 2-spoke steering wheel and the standardization of electronically-tuned radios.[5] ### Trim For its production, the E Class was sold in a single trim, with options either packaged together or offered individually, allowing the model line to be equipped both quite spartanly or essentially equivalent to a New Yorker.[2] ## Discontinuation 1984 Chrysler E Class rear view Following slow sales of the model line (outsold nearly two-to-one by the New Yorker for 1984[6]), Chrysler dropped the E Class from its model line for 1985. The same car made its return to Chrysler-Plymouth dealer networks, as Chrysler repackaged it as the Plymouth Caravelle (previously sold only in Canada). The 1985 Caravelle inherited its design from its Canadian namesake, adopting the front fascia of the Dodge 600 (with an eggcrate grille); a 1986 update adopted the front bodywork of the Chrysler LeBaron (with its own grille). The E platform New Yorker remained in production into the 1988 model year, fitted with a modified version of the front bodywork of the 1983-1984 E Class. After 1988, Chrysler replaced its E platform model lines with the [AC platform](/source/Chrysler_C_platform) (alongside the Y platform, the largest sedan variants of the K-car chassis). ## Sales Production[7] Model Year Units 1983 39,258 1984 32,237 Total 71,495 ## References Wikimedia Commons has media related to [Chrysler E-Class](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Chrysler_E-Class). 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-:0_1-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-:0_1-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-:0_1-2) [***d***](#cite_ref-:0_1-3) [***e***](#cite_ref-:0_1-4) [***f***](#cite_ref-:0_1-5) ["E Class | 1983 Chrysler E Class (Chrysler brochure)"](https://xr793.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/1983-Chrysler-E-Class.pdf) (PDF). *Dezo's Garage (xr793.com)*. Retrieved April 1, 2026. 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-:1_2-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-:1_2-1) ["Chrysler E Class - New Yorker, Plymouth Caravelle, and Dodge 600 - original stretch K cars"](https://web.archive.org/web/20200919222614/https://www.allpar.com/model/e.html). *www.allpar.com*. Archived from [the original](https://www.allpar.com/model/e.html) on September 19, 2020. Retrieved April 1, 2026. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** Encyclopedia of American Cars "Chrysler" p.255: "Chrysler Vehicles." 1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** ["Chrysler-Plymouth for 1983 (Chrysler full-line brochure)"](https://xr793.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/1983-Chrysler-Plymouth.pdf) (PDF). *Dezo's Garage (xr793.com)*. 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"1984 Chrysler E-Class". *Chrysler Factory Brochure* (1984). v t e Chrysler vehicles Current models Vans Pacifica Grand Caravan2 Discontinued (by date of introduction) 1920s Imperial Parade Phaeton Six 1930s Airflow LeBaron New Yorker Royal Saratoga Windsor 1940s Newport Town and Country (wagon) 1950s 300 (letter series) Imperial (brand) Royal/Plainsman/Wayfarer 1960s 300 (non-letter series) Turbine Car Valiant VIP 1970s 150/Alpine1 160/180/2-Litre Avenger1 Centura Chrysler by Chrysler Cordoba Drifter Horizon Hunter/Vogue1 Lancer1 Valiant/Regal Scorpion1 Sigma Sunbeam 1980s Conquest1 Dynasty2 E-Class Executive Fifth Avenue Grand Voyager Laser2 Shadow2 TC by Maserati 1990s 300M Cirrus Concorde Imperial Intrepid2 LHS Neon Sebring Spirit2 Stratus2 TEVan Town & Country (minivan) Viper GTS-R Vision1 2000s Aspen2 Crossfire Delta1 300 Pacifica Prowler PT Cruiser 2010s 200 2020s Voyager Concept 200C Airflite Airflow EV Akino Atlantic C-200 California Cruiser CCV Chronos Citadel 700C Delta1 ecoVoyager Falcon Firepower Halcyon Imperial Concept Java ME Four-Twelve Nassau Natrium Norseman Pacifica Concept Patriot Phaeton Pronto Cruizer Category Commons List Notes: * 1Rebadged models from European manufacturers * 2Originally a Dodge in the U.S., sold as "Chrysler" in other countries v t e « previous — Chrysler car timeline, 1970–present Type 1970s 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 2020s 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Subcompact Sunbeam Ypsilon Lancer Hatch Valiant Lancer Horizon Compact Scorpion Valiant Galant Valiant Galant Sigma Volare K Avenger LeBaron ES / Shadow Neon* Neon* Hunter Town & Country PT Cruiser Delta Valiant Volare Mid-size 150 / Alpine LeBaron / Phantom (2-dr) Sebring (2-dr) Sebring (2-dr) Centura LeBaron conv. Sebring conv. Sebring conv. Sebring conv. 200 conv. 160 / 180 E-Class LeBaron GTS LeBaron (4-dr) Cirrus Sebring (4-dr) Sebring (4-dr) 200 (4-dr) 200 (4-dr) 2-Litre GTS Spirit Stratus Stratus Volare E Saratoga LeBaron New Yorker Dynasty Town & Country Fifth Avenue Full-size Valiant Valiant Valiant Valiant Valiant Valiant VIP Chrysler Chrysler Chrysler Regal Regal 383 Vision Newport Newport Newport Executive New Yorker Concorde Concorde 300 300 300 Intrepid Intrepid New Yorker New Yorker New Yorker Fifth Avenue Fifth Avenue New Yorker 300M Town & Country Town & Country Imperial LHS LHS Sports Laser Conquest Prowler Crossfire Daytona Viper Muscle car Valiant Charger Charger Crossover Pacifica SUV Aspen Minivan TEVan Voyager Voyager Voyager Voyager Grand Voyager Grand Voyager Voyager Town & Country Town & Country Town & Country Town & Country Town & Country Pacifica Personal luxury Cordoba Hurst 300 300 Imperial Coupe utility Wayfarer Wayfarer Valiant Valiant Valiant Drifter GT TC Legend Only available in Europe Only available in Australia Only available in Africa Only available in North America outside US Only available in UK and Ireland Available as Chrysler only outside US, as Dodge ( * or Plymouth) inside US --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Chrysler E-Class](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_E-Class) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_E-Class?action=history)). 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