1996 Chrysler Concorde Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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In 1996, both variations of the Chrysler Concorde were revised. Improved nighttime visibility headlights and extra interior noise insulation were added, and the exterior received a mild facelift. Wheel size was also increased to 16 inches on the base LX. The LX trim was priced lower than the LXi, but the primary different between the two was the road manners. The LXi delivered a softer ride, while LX was tuned more for responsiveness. The LX used a smaller V-6: 3.3 liters verses the LXi's 3.5. The smaller power plant provide the LX with 161 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque. The Concorde moved through the speed range considerably quickly for a larger car, accelerating from 0 to 60 in 8 seconds and completing a quarter mile in 16. The sedan was only available with front wheel drive and a four-speed automatic transmission. The Concorde is most often praised for its spacious interior and relatively efficient fuel consumption. These two features are difficult to achieve in one car, but Chrysler's cab forward layout allowed for maximum cabin room without adding to the overall bulk of the car. At just 3330 pounds, the 17 foot Concorde achieved the same interior space as cars weighing over 4000 pounds.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1996 Chrysler Concorde
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by Anonymous
Nov 13, 2011
Always been a nice reliable family car! Its comfortable, pretty good on gas mileage, since we bought it two years ago we haven't had any major issues.. the best part is the built in car seat in the back, it had a great system when the radio worked! lolNov 13, 2011
by Vlad M
Jan 27, 2011
I love about his car that is reliable, I traveled from Florida to Virginia and during that whole 16 hour drive it run an smooth as always.
Considering all the parts that I have replaced, this car will run for years without a problem.
And extra because i am moving i am selling it with the new CD Player and brand new Garmin GPS so no further investments will be necessary.Jan 27, 2011
by Stephanie H
Oct 19, 2008
It rides very nice but i have a tire pressure problem lol. And i had to replace the starter, other than that it's pretty cool it gets me from point a to point b...and i can drive it how i want crazy or not it goes and doesn't have a problem going how i say lol.Oct 19, 2008
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by Anonymous
Nov 13, 2011
Always been a nice reliable family car! Its comfortable, pretty good on gas mileage, since we bought it two years ago we haven't had any major issues.. the best part is the built in car seat in the back, it had a great system when the radio worked! lolNov 13, 2011
by Vlad M
Jan 27, 2011
I love about his car that is reliable, I traveled from Florida to Virginia and during that whole 16 hour drive it run an smooth as always.
Considering all the parts that I have replaced, this car will run for years without a problem.
And extra because i am moving i am selling it with the new CD Player and brand new Garmin GPS so no further investments will be necessary.Jan 27, 2011
by Stephanie H
Oct 19, 2008
It rides very nice but i have a tire pressure problem lol. And i had to replace the starter, other than that it's pretty cool it gets me from point a to point b...and i can drive it how i want crazy or not it goes and doesn't have a problem going how i say lol.Oct 19, 2008
by Clay K
Sep 25, 2008
I like my car, but I've had to put a lot of mula into it. It's been running great for a while now so I can't complain. The tranny blew out right after I got it which cost me two grand to fix. Gas mileage is like 17mpg. It's a burgundy color. Sep 25, 2008
by Girish R
Feb 16, 2008
very nice car with great comfortFeb 16, 2008
by Anonymous
Jan 24, 2008
when it is running I love it. However since reaching about 80 to 85 thousand miles it has been a maintenance headache. I think it is the 3.5 engine. I have another concorde with the 3.3 liter engine and it is approaching 200 K miles with only normal type repairs. Jan 24, 2008
by Anonymous
Jan 18, 2008
A ot of little things go wrong, transmission leaks, coolant leak, stalling, one spark plug fouls with oil.Jan 18, 2008
by Jacqueline K
Jan 16, 2008
loved this car it was my first car i think you should all love it as well its called a chrysler neon not the other thing its underJan 16, 2008
by Jason T
Jan 15, 2008
Had my tranny fall out at less then 60K, brakes had to be all redone, at 55K, electronic problems too. This car was in the repair shop a lot. I loved the looks and the nice leather interior, a little sluggish. But all in all this was a fairly nice car. Maybe I got a lemon.Jan 15, 2008
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engine stalls periodically
My car stalls whenever it feels like it. Whether it is cruzing down the highway, or stopping at a stop sign driving around town. Sometimes it will restart by itself while still moving down the highwway, or stopped a a stop sign it will start up right away. Sometimes we have to wait 30 minutes before it will start again. It usually happens in the warmer weather. It has the 3.3l engine with 133,000km.
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1996 Chrysler Concorde
We replace the started and plugs n wires because it wasn't starting and it was back firing. Now it starts and no back fire but it keeps dying unles you give it gas.
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Fuse keeps blowing
the cigarette lighter fuse keeps blowing. It is the fuse for the horn, horn relay, lighter, and radio amplifier. There is an aftermarket radio in the car. I took the dash apart and checked all the wiring and can't figure out what could be causing the short. any suggestions on where to look or what to look for would be greatly appreciated. The radio wiring did look like a mess and at least 1 set of wires was no longer connected. I reconnected them using 1/4' of wire that i stripped and brought them together with, then wrapped the exposed wire with electrical tape. Also wrapped the couple other wire ends that had no connection (i.e.. on one set of car wires for rear speakers but 2 sets from the back of the radio. The ground wire also had a second wire spiced into it, which i wrapped in tape. I replaced the lighter, so i know that its not dirty nor is anything stuck in it. Currently i have it disconnected and the fuse doesn't blow unless i connect it. it is a 20 amp fuse.
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Have a flashing check engine light on my '96 Concorde lxi...
I've taken my concorde to my regular repair guy and he can't figure out the problem with the flashing check engine light...says it can be anything, although he's checked the codes. The car ran rough as we drove it to the repair guy, but has been running really well up until now. Any ideas? Thanks much!.
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1996 Chrysler Concorde Pricing
Original MSRP
$19,995 to $23,925Price range
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Equalizer: graphic · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent