Chrysler Centura

Chrysler Centura
1975–1977 Chrysler Centura (KB) GL sedan
Overview
ManufacturerChrysler Australia
ProductionMarch 1975–1978
AssemblyTonsley Park, Australia[1]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size car
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel drive
RelatedChrysler 180
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission3/4-speed BorgWarner Manual
3-speed BW-35 Automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,660 mm (104.7 in)[2]
Length4,580 mm (180.3 in)
Width1,730 mm (68.1 in)
Height1,430 mm (56.3 in)
Curb weight1,105–1,125 kg (2,436–2,480 lb)
Chronology
SuccessorChrysler Sigma[3]

The Chrysler Centura is a midsize car which was produced by Chrysler Australia between 1975 and 1978. It was based on Chrysler Europe's Chrysler 180 model, but was also available with larger Australian-made Hemi Six engines. 19,770 Centuras were built.[4]

  1. ^ Gavin Farmer, Great Ideas in Motion, 2010, page 357
  2. ^ Cite error: The named reference TAM78 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  3. ^ Costa, André & Georges-Michel Fraichard, ed. (September 1979). "Salon 1979: Toutes les Voitures du Monde" (in French) (14 & 15). Paris: l'Auto Journal: 212. {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  4. ^ Gavin Farmer, Great Ideas in Motion, 2010, page 413