1991 Dodge Shadow
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1991 Dodge Shadow 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (FFS), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) | |
| Displacement | 2.2 L to 2.5 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 | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 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 31 mpg (7.6 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
11 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.2L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 2.5L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 2.5L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Shadow Convertible · 2.2L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Shadow Convertible · 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- Shadow Convertible · 2.5L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- Shadow Convertible · 2.5L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Shadow Convertible · 2.5L · FWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
99V212000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER SEAT CAN FAIL AND SEPARATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITH A HIGHER STRENGTH BOLT THAT INCLUDES A SELF LOCKING NYLON PATCH.
Reported August 6, 1999. View on NHTSA
97V078000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT CAN FAIL AND SEPARATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITH A HIGHER STRENGTH BOLT THAT INCLUDES A SELF LOCKING NYLON PATCH.
Reported May 10, 1997. View on NHTSA
96V229000: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE STAMPING CAN CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ARMATURE CRACKS IN THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT AREA. ANY STEERING WHEELS SHOWING CRACKS WILL BE REPLACED. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL HAVE A REINFORCEMENT PLATE INSTALLED TO PREVENT STEERING WHEEL…
Reported November 18, 1996. View on NHTSA
90V194000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
THE TWO AIR BAG SYSTEM FRONT IMPACT SENSORS MAY NOT BE SECURED TO THEIR MOUNTING BRACKETS.
Remedy: REPAIR TO ASSURE PROPER ATTACHMENT OF FRONT IMPACT SENSORS TO BRACKETS.
Reported November 19, 1990. View on NHTSA
90V162000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TORQUED AND COULD LOOSEN.
Remedy: PROPERLY TORQUE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS TO 250 POUNDS.
Reported September 4, 1990. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 21, 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
- 1990 Dodge Shadow
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) - 1992 Dodge Shadow
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1991 Dodge Shadow have?
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.2L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Dodge Shadow?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1991 Dodge Shadow front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1991 Dodge Shadow?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.