Dodge 600 - Revision history

Yankee at 16:35, 19 October 2010

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	==1983-1988==		==1983-1988==

	The 600 becomes the latest K-car spinoff in 1983 and become's Dodge's new mid-size model. Naturally it felt, sounded and drove like the larger Aries that it really was. Initially three trim levels were offered: a base, '''SE''' and a European-inspired '''ES''' model. Engine choices were the 94 hp 2.2L I4, with the 101 hp [[Mitsubishi]]-built 2.6L I4 as an option. A 5-speed manual was standard on the 2.2, but the 3-speed automatic was optional in the 2.2 and mandatory on the 2.6. The 600 sported an interesting option by way of Electronic Voice Alert, or EVA. The EVA had a synthesized voice that would tell you if a door was "ajar", or your washer fluid was low or to fasten your seatbelt. This could be a useful option or an annoying one, depending on your point of view. The base model was aimed at the value-minded, the SE model sported nicer trim appointments such as velour interior and upgraded sound deadening. The ES had blacked-out trim and with its upgraded suspension and Goodyear Eagle GT tires fancied itself as an alternative to the [[Pontiac 6000]] STE and other European sports sedans, although the 2.2L I4 and 5-speed were certainly no threat to any [[Audi]] or [[BMW]], let alone a 6000 STE.		The 600 becomes the latest K-car spinoff in 1983 and become's Dodge's new mid-size model. Naturally it felt, sounded and drove like the larger Aries that it really was. Initially three trim levels were offered: a base, '''SE''' and a European-inspired '''ES''' model. Engine choices were the 94 hp 2.2L I4, with the 101 hp [[Mitsubishi]]-built 2.6L I4 as an option. Dashboards and other controls were shared with the lesser Aries. A 5-speed manual was standard on the 2.2, but the 3-speed automatic was optional in the 2.2 and mandatory on the 2.6. The 600 sported an interesting option by way of Electronic Voice Alert, or EVA. The EVA had a synthesized voice that would tell you if a door was "ajar", or your washer fluid was low or to fasten your seatbelt. This could be a useful option or an annoying one, depending on your point of view. The base model was aimed at the value-minded, the SE model sported nicer trim appointments such as velour interior and upgraded sound deadening. The ES had blacked-out trim and with its upgraded suspension and Goodyear Eagle GT tires fancied itself as an alternative to the [[Pontiac 6000]] STE and other European sports sedans, although the 2.2L I4 and 5-speed were certainly no threat to any [[Audi]] or [[BMW]], let alone a 6000 STE.

	Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.		Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.

Yankee at 12:50, 15 October 2010

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	Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.		Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.

	The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped ~~this year~~. No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988 either, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin (rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.		The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped. No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988 either, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin (rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.

	===Main Competitors===		===Main Competitors===

Yankee at 12:50, 15 October 2010

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	Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.		Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.

	The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped this year~~, replaced by the new [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] coupe model (also of course K-car based)~~. No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin (rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.		The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped this year. No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988 either, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin (rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.

	===Main Competitors===		===Main Competitors===

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1983-1988

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	The 600 becomes the latest K-car spinoff in 1983 and become's Dodge's new mid-size model. Naturally it felt, sounded and drove like the larger Aries that it really was. Initially three trim levels were offered: a base, '''SE''' and a European-inspired '''ES''' model. Engine choices were the 94 hp 2.2L I4, with the 101 hp [[Mitsubishi]]-built 2.6L I4 as an option. A 5-speed manual was standard on the 2.2, but the 3-speed automatic was optional in the 2.2 and mandatory on the 2.6. The 600 sported an interesting option by way of Electronic Voice Alert, or EVA. The EVA had a synthesized voice that would tell you if a door was "ajar", or your washer fluid was low or to fasten your seatbelt. This could be a useful option or an annoying one, depending on your point of view. The base model was aimed at the value-minded, the SE model sported nicer trim appointments such as velour interior and upgraded sound deadening. The ES had blacked-out trim and with its upgraded suspension and Goodyear Eagle GT tires fancied itself as an alternative to the [[Pontiac 6000]] STE and other European sports sedans, although the 2.2L I4 and 5-speed were certainly no threat to any [[Audi]] or [[BMW]], let alone a 6000 STE.		The 600 becomes the latest K-car spinoff in 1983 and become's Dodge's new mid-size model. Naturally it felt, sounded and drove like the larger Aries that it really was. Initially three trim levels were offered: a base, '''SE''' and a European-inspired '''ES''' model. Engine choices were the 94 hp 2.2L I4, with the 101 hp [[Mitsubishi]]-built 2.6L I4 as an option. A 5-speed manual was standard on the 2.2, but the 3-speed automatic was optional in the 2.2 and mandatory on the 2.6. The 600 sported an interesting option by way of Electronic Voice Alert, or EVA. The EVA had a synthesized voice that would tell you if a door was "ajar", or your washer fluid was low or to fasten your seatbelt. This could be a useful option or an annoying one, depending on your point of view. The base model was aimed at the value-minded, the SE model sported nicer trim appointments such as velour interior and upgraded sound deadening. The ES had blacked-out trim and with its upgraded suspension and Goodyear Eagle GT tires fancied itself as an alternative to the [[Pontiac 6000]] STE and other European sports sedans, although the 2.2L I4 and 5-speed were certainly no threat to any [[Audi]] or [[BMW]], let alone a 6000 STE.

	Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed ~~from the 600~~ only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.		Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.

	The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped this year, replaced by the new [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] coupe model (also of course K-car based). No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin (rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.		The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped this year, replaced by the new [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] coupe model (also of course K-car based). No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin (rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.

Yankee: /* 1983-1988 */

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1983-1988

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	Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed from the 600 only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.		Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed from the 600 only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.

	The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped this year, replaced by the new [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] coupe model (also of course K-car based). No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin(rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.		The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped this year, replaced by the new [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] coupe model (also of course K-car based). No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin (rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.

	===Main Competitors===		===Main Competitors===

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	The '''[[Dodge]] 600''' was introduced on a stretched K-car chassis with the [[Chrysler E-Class]] as Dodge's new mid-size front wheel drive sedan, slotted in between the [[Dodge Aries\|Aries]] and the rear drive [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]]. The 600 was pitted squarely against other intermediates such as the [[Chevrolet Celebrity]] and [[Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera]]. It sported many exterior features that were prominent on other Dodge models, such as a horizontally slatted grille like the [[Dodge Mirada\|Mirada]] coupe, and recessed quad headlights like on the smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]]. ~~Initially three trim levels were~~ offered~~, a base, an SE and a European-inspired ES model~~.		The '''[[Dodge]] 600''' was introduced on a stretched K-car chassis with the [[Chrysler E-Class]] as Dodge's new mid-size front wheel drive sedan, slotted in between the [[Dodge Aries\|Aries]] and the rear drive [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]]. The 600 was pitted squarely against other intermediates such as the [[Chevrolet Celebrity]] and [[Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera]]. It sported many exterior features that were prominent on other Dodge models, such as a horizontally slatted grille like the [[Dodge Mirada\|Mirada]] coupe, and recessed quad headlights like on the smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]]. The 600 would be offered thru 1988 with minimal changes until it was replaced by the [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]].

			Here's a quick rundown:

	~~See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Dodge 600 Review]]'''.~~		==1983-1988==

	~~===~~1983~~===~~		The 600 becomes the latest K-car spinoff in 1983 and become's Dodge's new mid-size model. Naturally it felt, sounded and drove like the larger Aries that it really was. Initially three trim levels were offered: a base, '''SE''' and a European-inspired '''ES''' model. Engine choices were the 94 hp 2.2L I4, with the 101 hp [[Mitsubishi]]-built 2.6L I4 as an option. A 5-speed manual was standard on the 2.2, but the 3-speed automatic was optional in the 2.2 and mandatory on the 2.6. The 600 sported an interesting option by way of Electronic Voice Alert, or EVA. The EVA had a synthesized voice that would tell you if a door was "ajar", or your washer fluid was low or to fasten your seatbelt. This could be a useful option or an annoying one, depending on your point of view. The base model was aimed at the value-minded, the SE model sported nicer trim appointments such as velour interior and upgraded sound deadening. The ES had blacked-out trim and with its upgraded suspension and Goodyear Eagle GT tires fancied itself as an alternative to the [[Pontiac 6000]] STE and other European sports sedans, although the 2.2L I4 and 5-speed were certainly no threat to any [[Audi]] or [[BMW]], let alone a 6000 STE.

	~~The 600 becomes~~ the ~~latest K-car spinoff and become's Dodge's new mid-size model. Naturally it felt, sounded and drove like the larger Aries that it really was. Engine choices were~~ the ~~94 hp~~ 2.2L I4, with the ~~101 hp~~ [[~~Mitsubishi~~]]-~~built 2.6L I4 as an option~~. ~~A 5-speed manual~~ was ~~standard on the 2.2~~, but the ~~3-speed automatic was~~ optional ~~in the 2~~.2 and ~~mandatory on~~ the ~~2.6~~. ~~The~~ 600 ~~sported an interesting option by way of Electronic Voice Alert, or EVA~~. The ~~EVA had~~ a ~~synthesized voice that would tell you if a door was "ajar", or your washer fluid was low or~~ to ~~fasten your seatbelt. This could be a useful option or an annoying one, depending on your point of view~~. The base ~~model was aimed at the value-minded, the~~ SE ~~model sported nicer trim appointments such as velour interior~~ and ~~upgraded sound deadening~~. ~~The ES had blacked-out trim and with its upgraded suspension and Goodyear Eagle GT tires fancied itself as an alternative to~~ the [[~~Pontiac 6000~~]] ~~STE~~ and ~~other European sports sedans, although~~ the ~~2.2L I4 and 5-speed were certainly no threat to any~~ [[~~Audi]] or [[BMW~~]], ~~let alone~~ a ~~6000 STE~~.		Big news for 1984 was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp. The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE (even [[Ford]] got into the pseudo-European sedan act this year with the [[Ford LTD\|LTD LX]]). The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same. 1985s saw larger revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan and, like most Dodge/Plymouths of this era, differed from the 600 only in grille and other minor trim differentiations.

	~~===1984===~~		The 1986 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards. In 1987, the coupe and convertible were dropped this year, replaced by the new [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] coupe model (also of course K-car based). No noteworthy changes to the sedan, still available as the base and SE. There would be no changes to the 600 in 1988, which was cancelled in mid-year along with its Plymouth Caravelle-twin(rumor has it 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989.

	~~Big news this year was the addition of the turbo 2.2L I4 engine, rated at 142 hp.~~ The ES with this engine gave it a little more credibility among its chief competitors, namely the Pontiac 6000 STE. The smaller [[Dodge 400\|400]] was discontinued this year, but the coupe and convertible were now absorbed into the 600 line and now known as 600s. Digital dashboards became optional this year on SE and ES models. Other models and engine choices remained the same.

	~~===1985===~~

	Revised taillights and the addition of the 600 ES Turbo convertible were the news for 1985. The turbo 2.2 engine received a minor power boost to 146 hp. The base and SE models and drivetrain choices once again remained the same. Chrysler dropped the [[Chrysler E-Class\|E-Class]] this year and replaced it with the [[Plymouth Caravelle]] (a name previously used on Canadian models), and was available only as a 4-door sedan.

	~~===~~1986~~===~~

	~~The~~ 600 received a new eggcrate grille with a crossbar and a Chrysler pentastar in the center. The 2.6L I4 was dropped in favor of a new Chrysler-built 2.5L I4, rated at 100 hp. The ES sedan was dropped this year, but the ES coupe and convertible carried on, as did the base and SE models. All models also received the mandatory Center High Mounted Stop Lamp and restyled dashboards.

	~~===~~1987~~===~~

	~~The~~ coupe and convertible were dropped this year, replaced by the new [[Chrysler LeBaron\|LeBaron]] coupe model (also of course K-car based). No changes to the sedan.

	~~===1988===~~

	No changes to the 600 in ~~its final year~~, which was cancelled in mid-year (rumor has it ~~that~~ 1988 600s were really leftover rebadged 1987 models). The 600 was replaced by the new [[Dodge Dynasty\|Dynasty]], which also replaced the [[Dodge Diplomat\|Diplomat]] after 1989. ~~There would be no Plymouth-equivalent model to replace the Caravelle.~~

	===Main Competitors===		===Main Competitors===

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Main Competitors

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	*[[Toyota Camry]]		*[[Toyota Camry]]
	*[[Volkswagen Quantum]]		*[[Volkswagen Quantum]]

			{{Dodge}}

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	! colspan=2 style="text-align:center; font-weight:normal; background:#ddb;" \| [[Dodge]]		! colspan=2 style="text-align:center; font-weight:normal; background:#ddb;" \| [[Dodge]]
	\|
	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Production:		\| Production:

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	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Production: 1983-1988		\| Production:
	\|		\| 1983-1988
	\|- style="vertical-align:top;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top;"
	\| Class: ~~Intermediate~~		\| Class:
	\|		\| Intermediate
	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Body Style: 2-Door Coupe, 2-Door Convertible, 4-Door Sedan		\| Body Style:
	\|		\| 2-Door Coupe, 2-Door Convertible, 4-Door Sedan
	\|- style="vertical-align:top;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top;"
	\| Length:		\| Length:
	\|		\| 185.2"
	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Width:		\| Width:
	\|		\| 68"
	\|- style="vertical-align:top;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top;"
	\| Height:		\| Height:
	\|		\| 53.1"
	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Wheelbase: ~~104"~~		\| Wheelbase:
	\|		\| 103.3"
	\|- style="vertical-align:top;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top;"
	\| Weight: 2800-3100 lbs		\| Weight:
	\|		\| 2800-3100 lbs
	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Transmissions: 4-Speed Manual, 3-Speed Automatic		\| Transmissions:
	\|		\| 5-Speed Manual, 3-Speed Automatic
	\|- style="vertical-align:top;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top;"
	\| Engines: 2.2L (135 cid) I4, 2.2L (135 cid) Turbo I4, 2.6L (156 cid) I4 (1983-1985), 2.5L (153 cid) I4 (1986-1988)		\| Engines:
	\|		\| 2.2L (135 cid) I4 (1983-1988)<br>2.2L (135 cid) Turbo I4 (1984-1988)<br>2.6L (156 cid) I4 (1983-1985)<br>2.5L (153 cid) I4 (1986-1988)
	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Power: ~~Front~~		\| Power:
	\|		\| 94-142 hp
	\|- style="vertical-align:top;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top;"
	\| Similar: Chrysler E-Class, Plymouth Caravelle		\| Similar:
	\|		\| [[Chrysler E-Class]]<br>[[Plymouth Caravelle]]
	\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"		\|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
	\| Platform: K		\| Platform:
	\|		\| K
	\|}		\|}

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