Car financing: 1985 Chrysler Laser
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.1 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.1 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 1985 Chrysler Laser for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1985 Chrysler Laser specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.2L 4-cylinder | 2.2L 4-cylinder | 2.2L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.2L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.8 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.1 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 236.7 g/km | 263 g/km | 276 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.66 | $17.36 | $20.65 | $21.70 |
1985 Chrysler Laser: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 17 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 | 24 | 26 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 21 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 25 | 24 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,867 | US$3,200 | US$4,100 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,132 | $3,472 | $4,130 | $4,340 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1985 Chrysler Laser
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel system (5), seats (2) and power train (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89V011000 | 1989-01-31 | seats | DRIVERS SEAT FRAME MAY EXPERIENCE FATIGUE FAILURE AT ONE (FRONT/OUTBOARD) OF ITS FOUR ATTACHMENTS. |
| 88V105000 | 1988-07-01 | fuel system, gasoline | FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OPERATION AT CONNECTIONS OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND TO THE FUEL RAIL. |
| 85V010000 | 1985-01-01 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL HOSE ROUTED TO THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE REGULATOR MAY HAVE AN INADEQUATELY TIGHTENED HOSE CLAMP. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE FUEL HOSE COULD LEAK AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1985 Chrysler Laser for buyers
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1985 Chrysler Laser for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page helps you judge the 1985 Chrysler Laser before you buy one anywhere.
Recalls and complaints
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel system, seats and power train; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
What the specs mean
Its powertrain is the 2.2L 4-cylinder with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
It is rated 10.1 L/100 km combined: about 30 litres every 300 km. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $46.98 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,867 a year for 15,000 miles.
The Laser in everyday use
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. At 481 litres, the trunk fits a family's bags for a long weekend.
A good match for
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Laser for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Rent the Laser for a week and see how it fits your life. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
The cost of driving it
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Choosing the right one
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Questions first?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1985 Chrysler Laser from us first.
Ask us about the 1985 Chrysler Laser
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1985 Chrysler Laser for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1985 Chrysler Laser
Does CarmaCars sell the 1985 Chrysler Laser?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1985 Chrysler Laser before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1985 Chrysler Laser have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1985 Chrysler Laser cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,867 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3132.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.