1999 Chrysler Cirrus Review
1999 Chrysler Cirrus Review

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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Great-looking car has a ton of standard features for the price.
Cons
- We wish that we could get traction control and a more powerful V6.
What’s new
A slightly revised suspension gives the Cirrus a softer ride, and the interior improvements include a new instrument cluster and lower NVH levels. Outside, 15-inch chrome wheel covers are standard, and a winged Chrysler badge now decorates the front grille.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1999 Chrysler Cirrus LXi 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.35 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$203/mo
Cirrus LXi
vs
$182/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Vehicle overview
We really like the Chrysler Cirrus. It offers more car for the money than nearly anything else in the compact class. Comfortable seating for four (five in a pinch), and a standard equipment list that includes antilock brakes, speed control, deluxe stereo, power locks and windows, remote keyless entry, a 2.5-liter V6 engine, leather seats, power driver's seat and a HomeLink universal transmitter make this car competitive with many luxury sedans from the U.S. and Japan. The LXi also comes with standard chrome wheels, and two new colors for 1999: Inferno Red and Light Cypress Green.
Chrysler is trying to boost sales in the face of competition being tossed up by the Mercury Mystique, Volkswagen Passat and Nissan Altima. All of these accouterments are perfect for turning the Cirrus into the ideal car for empty-nesters or young individuals who don't need or want a big car, but who like the luxurious touch.
Our main complaint about the Cirrus is with the powertrain offered to buyers. The old 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine made 150 horsepower and 165 foot-pounds of torque, better than arch-rival Mercury Mystique. Unfortunately, the V6 offers only 18 more horsepower and five more foot-pounds of torque. We don't think that the V6 justifies additional cost. To make matters worse, the Cirrus is not available with a manual transmission; something that vaults the Mercury Mystique into the sport sedan category when coupled with the optional V6 engine.
Despite these gripes, the Cirrus continues to impress. Chrysler is making great strides in design andEngineering. We understand that quality has become a major priority at the company since a well-known consumer group pulled the plug on its endorsement of the LH-Series sedans and the Jeep Grand Cherokee due to low owner satisfaction scores. If you like the Cirrus but want something a bit sportier, check out the Dodge Stratus ES which can be had with nearly the same level of luxury, the V6 engine, and Chrysler Corp.'s automanual transmission.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
5 star(65%)
4 star(27%)
3 star(8%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
48 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
4 out of 5 stars
Cirrusly
earzy,02/21/2011
1998 Chrysler Cirrus LXi 4dr Sedan
Car handles well, and seems to hold the road greatly.
I never feel like I"m going to go out of control.
The gas mileage isn't great considering it's such a small V6.
The airy cabin provides a lot of sunlight which can make the a/c work harder in the summer, but helps warm the car in the winter.
Plenty of headroom for 6+ footers, and the large bottom seat cushion provides good thigh … support not found on most imports.
A lot of standard features make you feel like you're in the top of the line Chrysler model, and not the lesser equipped Dodge Stratus/Plymouth Breeze.
The engine wants to rev to make it's best power, but doesn't require everything it's got to pass people.
4.5 out of 5 stars
1999 Chrysler cirrus
rikkia,03/14/2012
1999 Chrysler Cirrus LXi 4dr Sedan
I worked all summer to get a car and the 99 Chrysler cirrus was the one i bought. It has been the most reliable car anyone in my family has owned. i get between 25-30 MPG, and i have a slight oil and transmission leak but its no big deal right now. the Cirrus has wonderful handling, and it is definitely built for short people .
4.88 out of 5 stars
Dependable
ernie28,12/29/2014
1999 Chrysler Cirrus LXi 4dr Sedan
I bought this car in 2003 with 86,000 miles and drove it to 204,000 very little repairs. I traded it on a 2015 200C and it was still running strong. The best car I have ever owned.
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing car
coreyjames,05/04/2013
1999 Chrysler Cirrus LXi 4dr Sedan
Got this as my first car. Bought from my uncle who babied it everywhere and kept it maintained. It had 130k when i bought it just over a year ago year ago. Now has 155k and still counting. Replaced struts and ball joints at 140k which is a fairly common repair. One blower motor resistor. Being a 17 year old country boy, i knew my way around a car. I BEAT this car to no end. I chirp the … tires about 5 days a week every week. Ive topped it at about 115, feels scary as any sedan should! Ive left massive burnouts and clouds of smoke behind me. My car has been up to the doors in mud. Been thru a foot of water. Jumped a few RR tracks...doesnt skip a beat! Quick acceleration, great handling. LOVE IT
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1999 Chrysler Cirrus, so we've included reviews for other years of the Cirrus since its last redesign.
Features & Specs
- Base MSRP
- N/A
- MPG & Fuel
- 17 City / 25 Hwy / 20 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 16.0 gal. capacity
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: 4-speed automatic
- Engine
- V6 cylinder
- Horsepower: 168 hp @ 5,800 rpm
- Torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4,350 rpm
- Dimensions
- Length: 187.0 in. / Height: 54.3 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 71.7 in.
- Curb Weight: 3,146 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 15.7 cu.ft.
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger2 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Side Impact TestNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
- IIHS Small Overlap Front TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front TestPoor
More about the 1999 Chrysler Cirrus
Used 1999 Chrysler Cirrus Overview
The Used 1999 Chrysler Cirrus is offered in the following submodels: Cirrus Sedan. Available styles include LXi 4dr Sedan. The Used 1999 Chrysler Cirrus comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 4-speed automatic.
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Should I lease or buy a 1999 Chrysler Cirrus?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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