# Chrysler LHS

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Chrysler LHS Chrysler LHS (1999–2001) Overview Manufacturer Chrysler Corporation (1993–1997) DaimlerChrysler (1998–2001) Production 1993–1997 1998–2001 Model years 1994–1997 1999–2001 Body and chassis Class Full-size luxury 4-door sedan Layout Longitudinal front-engine, front-wheel drive Platform Chrysler LH platform Chronology Predecessor Chrysler Imperial Chrysler Fifth Avenue Successor Chrysler Concorde Limited

The **Chrysler LHS** is a [full-size](/source/Full-size_car) [luxury](/source/Luxury_vehicle) four-door sedan that was produced by [Chrysler](/source/Chrysler_(division)) for the 1994 through the 2001 [model years](/source/Model_year),[1] with a one-year hiatus for 1998. It replaced the [Chrysler Imperial](/source/Chrysler_Imperial) and the [Chrysler Fifth Avenue](/source/Chrysler_Fifth_Avenue) as the division's flagship model. The LHS was rebadged as the Concorde Limited for the 2002 model year.[2]

## First generation (1994–1997)

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First generation Overview Manufacturer Chrysler Corporation Production February 1993 – 1997 Model years 1994–1997 Assembly Canada: Brampton, Ontario (Brampton Assembly) Body and chassis Related Chrysler New Yorker Chrysler Concorde Eagle Vision Dodge Intrepid Powertrain Engine 3.5 L EGE V6 Transmission 4-speed 42LE automatic Dimensions Wheelbase 113.0 in (2,870 mm) Length 207.4 in (5,268 mm) Width 74.3 in (1,887 mm) Height 55.7 in (1,415 mm)

Introduced in May 1993 for the 1994 model year, the Chrysler LHS was the top of the line model for the division, as well as the most expensive of the [Chrysler LH platform](/source/Chrysler_LH_platform) cars.[3] All the LH-series models shared a 113.0-inch (2,870 mm) wheelbase and were developed using Chrysler's new computer drafting system.[4]

The car was differentiated from the division's [New Yorker](/source/Chrysler_New_Yorker) sedan by its bucket leather seats (the New Yorker had a bench seat) and standard features such as alloy wheels that were options on the New Yorker.[5] Further differences between the Chrysler LHS and its New Yorker counterpart were a floor console and shifter, five-passenger seating, lack of chrome trim, an upgraded interior, and a sportier image. From the 1996 model year on the New Yorker was dropped in favor of a six-passenger option on the LHS. The LHS received a minor face change in 1995 when the corporate-wide Pentastar emblem was replaced with the revived Chrysler brand emblem.

Standard features of the LHS included a 3.5 L EGE 24-valve 214 hp (160 kW; 217 PS) V6 engine, body-colored grille, side mirrors and trim, traction control, aluminum wheels, integrated fog lights, 8-way power-adjustable front seats, premium sound systems with amplifiers, and automatic temperature control. Unlike the New Yorker, leather seats were standard.

		- 1996–1997 Chrysler LHS

		- 1997 Chrysler LHS

### Annual changes

### 1995

- Due to complaints Chrysler received regarding poor brightness of the headlamps on 1994 models, they were redesigned for the 1995 model year and included a projector-style headlight beam, which was rather uncommon for its time. A new Chrysler medallion on the grille replaced the Pentastar.

### 1996

- Body-color mirrors were no longer available, as well as the optional carphone. With the withdrawal of the [New Yorker](/source/Chrysler_New_Yorker#LH), front bench seats became optional. Homelink garage door opener and a hidden antenna became standard equipment.

- [OBD-II](/source/OBD-II) is added.

- New [engine](/source/Engine) ignition-carburetion management module.

- The antenna is now hidden inside the [rear brake lights](/source/Rear_brake_lights).

- New colours.

- More comfortable center console.

### 1997

- Transmission improvements were the primary change for 1997.

**Production figures:**

Chrysler LHS production figures[6] Yearly Production 1994 44,739 1995 29,418 1996 34,900 1997 36,525 Total 145,582

## Second generation (1999–2001)

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Second generation Overview Manufacturer DaimlerChrysler Production 1998–2001 Model years 1999–2001 Assembly Canada: Brampton, Ontario (Brampton Assembly) Body and chassis Related Chrysler Concorde Chrysler 300M Dodge Intrepid Powertrain Engine 3.5 L EGE V6 Transmission 4-speed 42LE automatic Dimensions Wheelbase 113.0 in (2,870 mm) Length 207.7 in (5,276 mm) Width 74.4 in (1,890 mm) Height 56.0 in (1,422 mm)

After a one-year hiatus, a redesigned LHS was introduced in 1998 for the 1999 model year.[4] It featured the new winged emblem of the Chrysler division. With the introduction of the [300M](/source/Chrysler_300M) and the discontinuation of the New Yorker, the second generation LHS competed with traditional large luxury sedans while the shorter and sportier 300M competed in the performance luxury market.[3] The new generation of the LHS was much more refined than its predecessor,[*[according to whom?](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style/Words_to_watch#Unsupported_attributions)*] and its 3.5 L SOHC 24-valve V6 produced 253 hp (189 kW; 257 PS) at 6400 rpm and 255 lb⋅ft (346 N⋅m) of torque at 3950 rpm.[4]

Chrysler discontinued the LHS after 2001, replacing it with the new Concorde Limited. The Concorde's fascias, the primary exterior difference between the Concorde and LHS, were replaced with the LHS'. In essence, the LHS was rebadged as the Concorde Limited allowing Chrysler to streamline its model lineup.

		- 1999–2001 Chrysler LHS

		- 1999–2001 Chrysler LHS

		- 1999–2001 Chrysler LHS

## Europe

The first-generation LHS was sold in Europe by special order only during 1995–1999 model years.[7] LHS was rebranded as New Yorker for the European market but retained the LHS name for the United Kingdom.[8][9]

The New Yorker featured the export taillights with amber turn signal indicators in the middle band between red brake and night lights and white reverse lights, side turn signal repeaters, headlights with different light output and bulbs, and a set of red rear fog lamps in the bumpers adjacent to the wider numberplate. The side running lights and retroreflective markers were deleted from the bumpers and front turn signal indicators.

## Legacy

The first generation LHS was praised by motoring journalist [Jeremy Clarkson](/source/Jeremy_Clarkson), who is well known for criticising North American automobiles, described the LHS as "by global standards, right up there with the best."[10] The LHS nameplate was discontinued after 2001, but the design continued as the Concorde Limited.

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** ["Used Chrysler LHS Luxury Cars"](https://web.archive.org/web/20101004182729/http://www.intellichoice.com/20-10-631-21/used-chrysler-lhs-luxury-cars.html). intellichoice. Archived from [the original](http://www.intellichoice.com/20-10-631-21/used-chrysler-lhs-luxury-cars.html) on October 4, 2010. Retrieved November 7, 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** ["2002 Chrysler Concorde Sedan"](http://www.edmunds.com/chrysler/concorde/2002/). Edmunds. Retrieved November 7, 2014.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Allpar-2ndGen_3-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Allpar-2ndGen_3-1) ["Creating the second-generation Chrysler LHS and the Chrysler 300M"](http://www.allpar.com/model/300LHS.html). allpar. April 2014. Retrieved November 7, 2014.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-edmunds1999test_4-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-edmunds1999test_4-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-edmunds1999test_4-2) Anderson, Greg (January 1, 1999). ["1999 Chrysler 300M and 1999 Chrysler LHS Road Test"](http://www.edmunds.com/chrysler/300m/1999/road-test.html). *Edmunds*. Retrieved November 7, 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["1993–1997 Dodge Intrepid, Eagle Vision, and Chrysler Concorde, New Yorker, and LHS"](http://www.allpar.com/model/lh2/index.html). allpar. Retrieved November 7, 2014.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** Flammang, James M. (1999). *Standard catalog of American cars, 1976-1999*. Ron Kowalke (3rd ed.). Iola, WI: Krause Publications. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [0-87341-755-0](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/0-87341-755-0). [OCLC](/source/OCLC_(identifier)) [43301709](https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/43301709).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** Donaldson, Jessica. ["1999 Chrysler LHS"](https://www.conceptcarz.com/vehicle/z266/Chrysler-LHS.aspx). *Concept Carz*. Retrieved August 2, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** ["Chrysler New Yorker 3.5i V6 24V (1996)"](https://www.autoweek.nl/autotests/artikel/chrysler-new-yorker-35i-v6-24v-1996/). *Autoweek NL* (in Dutch). Retrieved August 2, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-9)** ["Chrysler New Yorker (1999)"](https://www.autoweek.nl/reviews/artikel/chrysler-new-yorker-1999/). *Autoweek NL* (in Dutch). Retrieved August 2, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** Clarkson, Jeremy (2009). [*Motorworld*](https://books.google.com/books?id=U89BZOQwtOoC&q=Jeremy+Clarkson+by+global+standards,+right+up+there+with+the+best&pg=PT53). Penguin. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [9780141901367](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/9780141901367). Retrieved November 7, 2014.

- *Haynes Repair Manual – Chrysler LHS, Concorde, 300M, Dodge Intrepid, 1998–2004*. Haynes. March 15, 2009. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [9781563927324](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/9781563927324).

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