Car financing: 1998 Chrysler Sebring
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 10.2 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 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
- 10.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
Rent a 1998 Chrysler Sebring for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: 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.
1998 Chrysler Sebring specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 240 g/km | 251 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.81 | $16.59 | $18.29 |
1998 Chrysler Sebring: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 27 | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 22 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 26 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,900 | US$3,050 | US$3,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,162 | $3,318 | $3,658 |
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 1998 Chrysler Sebring
- NHTSA lists 2 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 319 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (75), service brakes (44) and suspension (38). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V021000 | 2004-01-13 | power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION. |
| 98V183000 | 1998-08-06 | power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE CABLE CONNECTING THE CONSOLE SHIFTER MECHANISM TO THE IGNITION KEY CAN CAUSE A TRAPPED KEY CONDITION WHICH CAN RESULT IN A LOW FORCE REQUIRED TO DEPRESS THE SHIFT BUTTON. A COMBINATION OF APPLYING A MIS-ADJUSTED... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1998 Chrysler Sebring for buyers
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1998 Chrysler Sebring for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 1998 Chrysler Sebring, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Recalls and complaints
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Owners filed 319 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure, service brakes and suspension; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
What the specs mean
The powertrain to know here is the 2.0L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
At 10.2 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 31 litres of fuel. Every 100 km costs about $15.81 in fuel at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who rents the Sebring
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Living with the Sebring
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. With 340 litres of luggage space by the EPA's measure, it takes about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Drive it on your own roads
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Choosing the right one
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Let us know
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
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 1998 Chrysler Sebring from us first.
Ask us about the 1998 Chrysler Sebring
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1998 Chrysler Sebring for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1998 Chrysler Sebring
Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 Chrysler Sebring?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1998 Chrysler Sebring 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 1998 Chrysler Sebring have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1998 Chrysler Sebring cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3162.00.
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.