Dodge Intrepid, Eagle Vision, and
Chrysler Concorde, 300M, New Yorker, and LHS
First Generation: 1993-1997
- The first generation LH series: Intrepid, Concorde, Vision, LHS, New Yorker
- Definition and advantages of cab forward (how cab forward was developed, and an interview with Tom Gale.)
- First generation specifications
- Dodge Intrepid plastic vs steel fenders
- Interview about LH packaging and design with G. Glenn Gardner
- Interview about LH design with Francois Castaing
- Powerful climate control and engine cooling systems
- How the LH body shell and suspension were designed for maximum performance, comfort, and safety
- Dodge Intrepid, Chrysler Concorde, and Eagle Vision styling development
- 80-mpg Intrepids: ESX and ESX-2
- Performance upgrades and common repairs
- Design process for the LH series: innovations in the engineering and involvement process
- Step-by-step guide to repairing the LH steering
- Step-by-step guide to replacing the hub and bearing
- LH Series forums
Second generation: 1998-2004
The 3.3 was replaced with new 2.7 and 3.2 liter designs, while the 3.5 was reengineered to produce 250 horsepower; the Eagle Vision was rebadged Chrysler 300M; and the cab forward look was extended.
For 2000, the Chrysler Concorde and Dodge Intrepid gained a few changes; a new touring suspension and speed sensitive steering with chrome 16 inch wheels were made standard on the LXi model. While the Intrepid ES moved to a more powerful 2.7 V6 with active-tuned, dual-path intake manifold, the big news for the Dodge Intrepid was the new Dodge Intrepid R/T model, launched in early 2000, which included a 242 horsepower version of the 300M/LHS' 3.5 liter V6, AutoStick, and different interior styling. The base model gained 16 inch wheels.
In 2003, the R/T was gone, the ES package L was gone, and the ES got the SXT package standard. The Intrepid SCT also got momentum 16-inch chrome wheels and 16-inch all-season touring tires.
In its last year, there were three models of Intrepid: Dodge Intrepid SE, Dodge Intrepid SXT and Dodge Intrepid ES. Dodge Intrepid was loaded with features and priced below $24,500, including the high-output 3.5-liter "300M" SOHC Magnum V6 engine that delivers 250 horsepower (186 kW) at 6400 rpm and 250 lb-ft (339 N.m) of torque at 3900 rpm. It had standard 16-inch chrome wheels, P225/60R16 all-season touring tires, an independent front and rear touring suspension, decklid spoiler, and bright exhaust tip. Interior features included a premium AM/FM stereo/CD radio with six speakers and 120-watt amplifier, leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob, 60/40 split folding rear seat eight-way power driver seat, keyless entry and power windows, mirrors and door locks.
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