| Matra Rancho | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Matra |
| Also called | Matra-Simca Rancho (1977–1979) Talbot Matra Rancho (1980–1984) Matra-Simca and Talbot-Matra Ranch for Italian market |
| Production | 1977–1984 |
| Assembly | Romorantin-Lanthenay, France |
| Designer | Antonis Volanis |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Leisure activity vehicle |
| Body style | 3-door estate |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Related | Simca 1100 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.4 L Type 315 ohv I4 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm (99.2 in)[1] |
| Length | 4,315 mm (169.9 in)[1] |
| Width | 1,665 mm (65.6 in)[1] |
| Height | 1,735 mm (68.3 in)[1] |
| Curb weight | 1,130 kg (2,491 lb)[1] |
The Matra Rancho is a leisure activity vehicle created by the French engineering group Matra, in cooperation with the automaker Simca, to capitalize on the off-road trend started by the Range Rover.[2] The Rancho provided an "off-road look" at a lower price.
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- ^ Thompson, Andy; Adams, Keith. "The Matra Rancho: Chrysler Europe's Car-Based SUV". allpar.com. Archived from the original on 2013-12-06.
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