1997 Silhouette | ||
| Whats new for '97: Silhouette was all new from the ground up for '97. It now featured more conventional styling and all steel body panels instead of the composite plastic on previous models. For the first time, there was a choice of the regular length or a new extended version. Inside, there was finally room for three across seating in the third seat thanks to redesigned shock absorbers.  |
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| Biggest News: There was now a rear sliding door available for the driver's side. A feature introduced by Chrysler corperation the previous year proved to be a hit with minivan buyers. It was available on extended models only. | ||
| Standard Engine | 3.4 Liter V6 |
| Optional Engine(s) | none |
| Standard Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | none |
| Exterior Dimensions | Regular/Extended |
| Overall length (in.) | 187.4/201.4 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 112.0/120.0 |
| Luggage cap. (cu. ft.) | 133.0/155.9 |
| Fuel tank (gals.) | 25.0 |
| Interior Dimensions | Regular | Extended |
| Headroom f/m/r | 39.9/39.3/38.8 | 39.9/39.3/38.9 |
| Legroom f/m/r | 39.9/36.9/34.0 | 39.9/39.0/36.7 |
| Shoulder room f/m/r | 59.8/61.9/59.6 | 59.8/61.9/59.6 |
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