1996 Plymouth Voyager
Should You Buy a 1996 Plymouth Voyager?
The 1996 Plymouth Voyager is a front-wheel-drive minivan designed for families seeking practicality and comfort. With a 2.4L I4 engine producing 150 hp and 167 lb-ft of torque, it offers a moderate performance suitable for everyday driving. The vehicle achieves a combined fuel economy of 20.0 MPG, making it relatively efficient for its class. However, potential buyers should be aware of the vehicle's safety record, which includes 33 crash incidents and 35 fire incidents, with a total of 1 reported death. Despite these concerns, the Voyager has a reliability score of 89.5 out of 100, indicating that many owners have found it dependable over the years.
This vehicle is best suited for budget-conscious families looking for a reliable and spacious minivan for daily commuting and road trips.
Strengths
- +Spacious interior suitable for families
- +Good reliability score of 89.5/100
- +Moderate fuel efficiency at 20.0 MPG combined
- +Front-wheel drive enhances traction in various conditions
- +Affordable maintenance costs compared to newer models
Weaknesses
- -Safety concerns with multiple crash and fire incidents
- -Limited horsepower may not satisfy performance enthusiasts
- -Older technology and features compared to modern minivans
- -3-speed automatic transmission may feel outdated
- -Unknown seating capacity could deter larger families
Known Issues (NHTSA Data)
The 1996 Plymouth Voyager has several notable complaints, particularly concerning air bags, engine cooling, and the automatic transmission. The most frequent issues reported involve the airbag system, which has 90 complaints, and the engine, with 69 complaints. While these issues may raise concerns, the overall reliability score suggests that many owners have had positive experiences with the vehicle. No significant NHTSA complaints on record suggest a lack of widespread systemic failures beyond the noted issues.
Performance
- Horsepower
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- Torque
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- Engine
- 3 L
- Cylinders
- V6
- Transmission
- Automatic 3-spd
- Drive Type
- FWD
Efficiency
- MPG Combined
- 19
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
Dimensions
- Length
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- Width
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- Height
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- Wheelbase
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- Curb Weight
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- Ground Clearance
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Capacity
- Doors
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- Seating
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- Cargo
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- Max Cargo
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- Max Towing
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- Max Payload
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Estimated Value
Value estimate unavailable. MSRP data not available for this vehicle.