1985 Chrysler LeBaron
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1985 Chrysler LeBaron is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.6L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.6L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model) | |
| Displacement | 2.2 L to 2.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
20 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.6L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.6L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.6L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron Convertible · 2.6L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- LeBaron GTS · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.
08E033000: SUSPENSION
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
Reported April 14, 2008. View on NHTSA
89V011000: SEATS
DRIVERS SEAT FRAME MAY EXPERIENCE FATIGUE FAILURE AT ONE (FRONT/OUTBOARD) OF ITS FOUR ATTACHMENTS.
Remedy: REPLACE DRIVERS SEAT FRAME WITH A STRENGHTENED VERSION; ALSO, REINFORCE POWER ADJUSTER FRONT CROSSMEMBER TO INCREASE RIGIDITY OF SEAT ATTACHMENT SYSTEM.
Reported January 31, 1989. View on NHTSA
88V105000: 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.
Remedy: RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION TO ENSURE SEALING INTEGRITY.
Reported July 1, 1988. View on NHTSA
88V061000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
A SERVICE REPLACEMENT DRIVERS SEAT CUSHION (MANUAL SEAT TYPE) MAY CONTAIN WRONG CUSHION WITH A BRACE THAT COULD INTERFERE WITH POWER SEAT ADJUSTER MECHANISM AND CAUSE STRESS ON THE FRAME.
Remedy: REPLACE FRAME WITH PROPER POWER SEAT FRAME.
Reported April 8, 1988. View on NHTSA
85V010000: 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.
Remedy: REPOSITION AND TIGHTEN TO THE PROPER TORQUE LEVEL OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMP.
Reported January 1, 1985. View on NHTSA
84V163000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
REQUIRED FRONT CENTER SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY WAS OMITTED. VEHICLES ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 209, SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.
Remedy: INSTALLATION OF MISSING CENTER SEAT BELT WILL BE DONE WITHOUT CHARGE.
Reported December 23, 1984. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 24, 2026
Data verified: October 24, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1986 Chrysler LeBaron
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) - 1984 Chrysler LeBaron
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.6L 4-cylinder (CA model)
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1985 Chrysler LeBaron have?
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1985 Chrysler LeBaron?
Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1985 Chrysler LeBaron front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1985 Chrysler LeBaron?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.